2004 Buick Rainier vs. 1992 Toyota Sera
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Sera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Sera 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 167 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Sera. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Sera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 1195 kg more than 1992 Toyota Sera. 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 1992 Toyota Sera. 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) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Sera. (132 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Sera. 2004 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 1992 Toyota Sera has manual transmission. 1992 Toyota Sera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Buick Rainier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 1992 Toyota Sera | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Rainier | Sera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 73.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2095 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
