2003 Buick Rainier vs. 1983 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2003 Buick Rainier is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Prelude 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1983 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1983 Honda Prelude. 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 1983 Honda Prelude. 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 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Rainier | 1983 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Rainier | Prelude |
Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1829 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 61 L |