2006 Buick Rainier vs. 1961 Vauxhall Velox

To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Vauxhall Velox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Vauxhall Velox would be higher. At 4,194 cc, 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1961 Vauxhall Velox. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1961 Vauxhall Velox.

Because 2006 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Vauxhall Velox. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Vauxhall Velox. (201 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Vauxhall Velox.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Buick Rainier 1961 Vauxhall Velox
Make Buick Vauxhall
Model Rainier Velox
Year Released 2006 1961
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4194 cc 2651 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 271 HP 94 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 376 Nm 201 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 82.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 102 mm 82.6 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1900 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 48 L


 

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