2004 Buick Rainier vs. 1958 Rover P5
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P5 would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1958 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 515 kg more than 1958 Rover P5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Rover P5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Buick Rainier (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P5. (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P5. 2004 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 1958 Rover P5 has manual transmission. 1958 Rover P5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Buick Rainier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 1958 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Buick | Rover |
| Model | Rainier | P5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2095 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 63 L |
