2003 Buick Rainier vs. 1981 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2003 Buick Rainier is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 1250 kg more than 1981 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Nissan Cherry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Buick Rainier (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Rainier | 1981 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Rainier | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2400 mm |
