2006 Buick Rainier vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Sprinter 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 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Rainier weights approximately 575 kg more than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. 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 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rainier | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Rainier | Sprinter |
Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1588 cc |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2410 mm |