2003 Buick Rainier vs. 1981 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2003 Buick Rainier is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Rainier (271 HP) has 211 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 995 kg more than 1981 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Buick Rainier (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (123 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Laurel. 2003 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 1981 Nissan Laurel has manual transmission. 1981 Nissan Laurel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Buick Rainier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Rainier | 1981 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Rainier | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2410 mm |
