2006 Buick Rainier vs. 1982 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Corsa 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 201 more horse power than 1982 Opel Corsa. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Corsa.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Opel Corsa. 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Corsa. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Corsa. 2006 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 1982 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 1982 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Buick Rainier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rainier | 1982 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | Rainier | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1295 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 40 L |
