1964 Austin A 90 vs. 2004 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 90 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 155 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 443 kg more than 1964 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 90. (221 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 90 | 2004 Buick Rainier | |
| Make | Austin | Buick |
| Model | A 90 | Rainier |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 83 L |
