2006 Buick Rainier vs. 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso 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 220 more horse power than 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Rainier weights approximately 840 kg more than 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Buick Rainier. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rainier | 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso | |
| Make | Buick | Innocenti |
| Model | Rainier | Turbo De Tomaso |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 40 L |
