2004 Buick Rainier vs. 1971 Ford 17
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford 17 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rainier (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1971 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 940 kg more than 1971 Ford 17. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (387 Nm) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford 17. (112 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 1971 Ford 17 | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Rainier | 17 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 87 L |
