2004 Buick Rainier vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa 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 207 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corsa. 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 (387 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Rainier | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2510 mm |
