2005 Buick Rainier vs. 1979 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rainier (272 HP) has 205 more horse power than 1979 Honda Civic. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1979 Honda Civic. 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 1979 Honda Civic. 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 (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Civic. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rainier | 1979 Honda Civic | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Rainier | Civic |
Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1335 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 373 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2095 kg | 795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 40 L |