2006 Buick Rainier vs. 1966 Nissan President
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Nissan President 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 162 more horse power than 1966 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan President.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Nissan President. 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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan President. (237 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rainier | 1966 Nissan President | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Rainier | President |
Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 2974 cc |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
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 | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2860 mm |