2003 Buick Rainier vs. 1989 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2003 Buick Rainier is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Carina 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 177 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1989 Toyota Carina. 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 1989 Toyota Carina. 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 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Carina. (139 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Carina. 2003 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 1989 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1989 Toyota Carina 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 | 1989 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Rainier | Carina |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 61 L |
