2004 Buick Rainier vs. 1988 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Suzuki Vitara 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 201 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 1089 kg more than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 (380 Nm) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. (123 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Rainier | 1988 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Buick | Suzuki |
Model | Rainier | Vitara |
Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 123 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.9:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2099 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2210 mm |