2004 Buick Rainier vs. 1979 Ford LTD
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford LTD would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford LTD (297 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rainier. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 305 kg more than 1979 Ford LTD.
Because 2004 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford LTD. 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, 1979 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Rainier. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Rainier | 1979 Ford LTD | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Rainier | LTD |
Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2095 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3080 mm |