2006 Buick Rainier vs. 1985 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Celica 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 1985 Toyota Celica. (120 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Rainier weights approximately 450 kg more than 1985 Toyota Celica. 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 1985 Toyota Celica. 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 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Celica. (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rainier | 1985 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Rainier | Celica |
Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 75 L |