2003 Buick Rainier vs. 1991 Chevrolet Beretta
To start off, 2003 Buick Rainier is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Beretta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Beretta 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 197 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Beretta. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 918 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Beretta. 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 1991 Chevrolet Beretta. 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 (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Beretta. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Beretta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Rainier | 1991 Chevrolet Beretta | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Rainier | Beretta |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 1287 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2740 mm |
