2005 Buick Rainier vs. 1990 Fiat Uno
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat Uno 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 232 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 1249 kg more than 1990 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Buick Rainier is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Buick Rainier. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Uno, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (79 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rainier | 1990 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Rainier | Uno |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2370 mm |
