2004 Buick Rainier vs. 1980 Renault 15
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 15 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 (276 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 1134 kg more than 1980 Renault 15. 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 (380 Nm) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 1980 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Rainier | 15 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 69 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2099 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |
