2007 Buick Rainier vs. 1990 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2007 Buick Rainier is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Blizzard 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 216 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Rainier weights approximately 200 kg more than 1990 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Blizzard. (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Blizzard. 2007 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 1990 Toyota Blizzard has manual transmission. 1990 Toyota Blizzard will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Buick Rainier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Buick Rainier | 1990 Toyota Blizzard | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Rainier | Blizzard |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4162 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |