2003 Buick Rainier vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2003 Buick Rainier is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Rainier (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1983 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Buick Rainier (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Rainier | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Rainier | Celica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2640 mm |
