2006 Buick Rainier vs. 1989 Ford Escort
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Escort 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 232 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Buick Rainier. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rainier | 1989 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Rainier | Escort |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 45 L |
