2006 Buick Rainier vs. 1972 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,753 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (267 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 104 kg more than 2006 Buick Rainier.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Mustang. 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, 1972 Ford Mustang (417 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Rainier. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rainier | 1972 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Rainier | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 417 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 73 L |
