2006 Buick Rainier vs. 1990 Nissan Santana
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Santana 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 178 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Santana.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Nissan Santana. 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 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Santana. 2006 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 1990 Nissan Santana has manual transmission. 1990 Nissan Santana will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Buick Rainier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rainier | 1990 Nissan Santana | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Rainier | Santana |
Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1779 cc |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2560 mm |