2006 Buick Rainier vs. 1979 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Triumph Dolomite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Triumph Dolomite 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 234 more horse power than 1979 Triumph Dolomite. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1979 Triumph Dolomite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Rainier weights approximately 610 kg more than 1979 Triumph Dolomite. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Triumph Dolomite. 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Triumph Dolomite. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Triumph Dolomite.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rainier | 1979 Triumph Dolomite | |
| Make | Buick | Triumph |
| Model | Rainier | Dolomite |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 56 L |
