2006 Buick Rainier vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Stanza 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 198 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Rainier weights approximately 595 kg more than 1978 Nissan Stanza. 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 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rainier | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Rainier | Stanza |
Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2410 mm |