2006 Buick Rainier vs. 1984 Ford Orion
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 Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Orion 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 217 more horse power than 1984 Ford Orion. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Orion.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Orion. 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 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Orion. (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rainier | 1984 Ford Orion | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Rainier | Orion |
Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2410 mm |