2007 Buick Rainier vs. 1975 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2007 Buick Rainier is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Silvia 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 185 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Silvia. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Rainier weights approximately 550 kg more than 1975 Nissan Silvia. 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 1975 Nissan Silvia. 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 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Silvia. (152 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Buick Rainier | 1975 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Rainier | Silvia |
Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4162 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2350 mm |