2006 Buick Rainier vs. 1974 Volkswagen SP
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen SP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen SP 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 207 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen SP.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen SP.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rainier | 1974 Volkswagen SP | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rainier | SP |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1584 cc |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2410 mm |
