2006 Buick Rainier vs. 1984 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Falcon 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 171 more horse power than 1984 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Rainier weights approximately 176 kg more than 1984 Ford Falcon. 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 1984 Ford Falcon. 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Falcon. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rainier | 1984 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Rainier | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3273 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2840 mm |
