2006 Buick Rainier vs. 1979 Renault 15
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 15 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 212 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rainier | 1979 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Rainier | 15 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1289 cc |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |
