2004 Buick Rainier vs. 1977 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rainier (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 295 kg more than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. (333 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 1977 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Rainier | Caprice |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2950 mm |
