2005 Buick Rainier vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Sunny 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 1189 kg more than 1981 Nissan Sunny. 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 (387 Nm) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rainier | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Rainier | Sunny |
Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 123 Nm |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2410 mm |