2006 Buick Rainier vs. 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 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 163 more horse power than 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rainier | 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Rainier | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 3789 cc |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2960 mm |
