2007 Buick Rainier vs. 1977 Buick Estate
To start off, 2007 Buick Rainier is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Rainier (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1977 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Estate weights approximately 330 kg more than 2007 Buick Rainier.
Because 2007 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Buick Estate. 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, 1977 Buick Estate (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Buick Rainier. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Buick Rainier | 1977 Buick Estate | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | Rainier | Estate |
Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4162 cc | 5735 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2950 mm |