2003 Buick Rainier vs. 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity
To start off, 2003 Buick Rainier is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity 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 142 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. (129 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 740 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. 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 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Rainier | 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Rainier | Celebrity |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2680 mm |
