2004 Buick Rainier vs. 1959 Nissan 211
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Nissan 211 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 237 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1959 Nissan 211. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Buick Rainier (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Rainier | 1959 Nissan 211 | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Rainier | 211 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2095 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2230 mm |