2007 Buick Rainier vs. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2007 Buick Rainier is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Rainier (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Buick Rainier | 1994 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Rainier | Caprice |
Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4312 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2950 mm |