2005 Buick Rainier vs. 1983 Toyota Corona

To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corona 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 160 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corona. (116 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 869 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corona. 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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corona. (198 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corona.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Buick Rainier 1983 Toyota Corona
Make Buick Toyota
Model Rainier Corona
Year Released 2005 1983
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 2366 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 276 HP 116 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 387 Nm 198 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 2004 kg 1135 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1900 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2900 mm 2510 mm


 

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