2007 Buick Rainier vs. 1969 Ford Capri
To start off, 2007 Buick Rainier is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri 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 169 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (123 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Rainier weights approximately 445 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri. 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 1969 Ford Capri. 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Rainier | 1969 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Rainier | Capri |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4162 cc | 2550 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |
