2005 Buick Rainier vs. 1976 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina 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) has 222 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (54 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 1004 kg more than 1976 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Buick Rainier (387 Nm) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rainier | 1976 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Rainier | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 54 HP |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |
