2006 Buick Rainier vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Seat 124 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 179 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Rainier weights approximately 570 kg more than 1977 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rainier | 1977 Seat 124 | |
Make | Buick | Seat |
Model | Rainier | 124 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1755 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2430 mm |