2007 Buick Rainier vs. 1986 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2007 Buick Rainier is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Rainier (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1986 Cadillac Seville. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1986 Cadillac Seville.
Because 2007 Buick Rainier is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Buick Rainier. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Cadillac Seville. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Buick Rainier | 1986 Cadillac Seville | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Rainier | Seville |
Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4127 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.9 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2750 mm |