2006 Buick Rainier vs. 1972 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1972 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Rainier weights approximately 210 kg more than 1972 Holden Monaro. 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, 2006 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Monaro. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rainier | 1972 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | Rainier | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2830 mm |
