2004 Buick Rainier vs. 1981 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1981 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1981 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 425 kg more than 1981 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Cadillac Seville. 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, 2004 Buick Rainier (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Cadillac Seville. (284 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 1981 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Rainier | Seville |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2095 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2900 mm |
