2006 Buick Rainier vs. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac Grand Am 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 202 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Rainier weights approximately 420 kg more than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. 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 Pontiac Grand Am. 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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rainier | 1984 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Buick | Pontiac |
Model | Rainier | Grand Am |
Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2469 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2630 mm |