2006 Buick Rainier vs. 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 would be higher. At 6,965 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 (375 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2006 Buick Rainier. (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 weights approximately 319 kg more than 2006 Buick Rainier. 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, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 (638 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Rainier. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rainier | 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 | |
Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
Model | Rainier | Delta 88 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 6965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 638 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1869 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3130 mm |