2005 Buick Rainier vs. 1973 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Pontiac Firebird (335 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Buick Rainier. (276 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 554 kg more than 1973 Pontiac Firebird.
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.
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2005 Buick Rainier | 1973 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Buick | Pontiac |
Model | Rainier | Firebird |
Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 7467 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 104.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 108 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2750 mm |