2005 Buick Rainier vs. 1972 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph Spitfire 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 (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 1307 kg more than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Buick Rainier (374 Nm) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (83 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rainier | 1972 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Buick | Triumph |
| Model | Rainier | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2110 mm |
