2006 Buick Rainier vs. 1989 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Terrano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Terrano 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 193 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Terrano. (98 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 195 kg more than 2006 Buick Rainier.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Terrano. (224 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rainier | 1989 Nissan Terrano | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Rainier | Terrano |
Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2662 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2660 mm |