2006 Buick Rainier vs. 1981 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1981 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1981 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 260 kg more than 2006 Buick Rainier.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Chrysler Newport. (364 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rainier | 1981 Chrysler Newport | |
Make | Buick | Chrysler |
Model | Rainier | Newport |
Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 364 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3020 mm |