2006 Buick Rainier vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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 Oldsmobile Cutlass (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Rainier. (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rainier | 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Rainier | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 5736 cc |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2960 mm |
