2005 Buick Rainier vs. 1976 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Silvia 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 178 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 1097 kg more than 1976 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Nissan Silvia. 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, 2005 Buick Rainier (374 Nm) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rainier | 1976 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Rainier | Silvia |
Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 147 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2350 mm |