2005 Buick Rainier vs. 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rainier (276 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 1324 kg more than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Buick Rainier is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Buick Rainier. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Buick Rainier (387 Nm) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. (81 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rainier | 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry | |
| Make | Buick | Datsun |
| Model | Rainier | 100A Cherry |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 59 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2340 mm |
