2007 Buick Rainier vs. 1965 Morris Minor
To start off, 2007 Buick Rainier is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,162 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Rainier (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1965 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Rainier weights approximately 750 kg more than 1965 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Buick Rainier | 1965 Morris Minor | |
Make | Buick | Morris |
Model | Rainier | Minor |
Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4162 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 45 L |