2005 Buick Rainier vs. 1969 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2005 Buick Rainier. (272 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 693 kg more than 1969 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2005 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rainier. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rainier | 1969 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Rainier | Corvette |
Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 88.4 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2095 kg | 1402 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 76 L |