1958 Austin A135 vs. 2004 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A135 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rainier (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1958 Austin A135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A135 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2004 Buick Rainier.
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, 2004 Buick Rainier (387 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A135. (308 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A135 | 2004 Buick Rainier | |
| Make | Austin | Buick |
| Model | A135 | Rainier |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 83 L |
