2003 Buick Rainier vs. 1993 Toyota Century
To start off, 2003 Buick Rainier is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Century 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 117 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Century. (154 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 300 kg more than 1993 Toyota Century. 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 1993 Toyota Century. 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Century. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Rainier | 1993 Toyota Century | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Rainier | Century |
Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2870 mm |