2004 Buick Rainier vs. 1990 Ford RS 200
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford RS 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford RS 200 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 25 more horse power than 1990 Ford RS 200. (250 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford RS 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 835 kg more than 1990 Ford RS 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Ford RS 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Buick Rainier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 200 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 (387 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford RS 200. (292 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford RS 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 1990 Ford RS 200 | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Rainier | RS 200 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 54 L |
