2004 Buick Rainier vs. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rainier (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 65 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 (387 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. (347 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 1991 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Rainier | Caprice |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |
