2007 Buick Rainier vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 2007 Buick Rainier is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 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 238 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Rainier weights approximately 635 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Buick Rainier | 1981 Renault 9 | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Rainier | 9 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4162 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 38 L |