1967 Audi Variant vs. 2005 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Audi Variant would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rainier (276 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1967 Audi Variant. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1967 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 934 kg more than 1967 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Buick Rainier is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Buick Rainier. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Audi Variant, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Buick Rainier (387 Nm) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Audi Variant. (128 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Audi Variant | 2005 Buick Rainier | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | Variant | Rainier |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 83 L |
