2006 Buick Rainier vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona 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 175 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Toyota Corona. 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, 2006 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (163 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rainier | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Rainier | Corona |
Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 2189 cc |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2530 mm |