1982 Avanti Avanti vs. 2004 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rainier (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1982 Avanti Avanti. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1982 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 475 kg more than 1982 Avanti Avanti. 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Avanti Avanti. (366 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Avanti Avanti | 2004 Buick Rainier | |
| Make | Avanti | Buick |
| Model | Avanti | Rainier |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2780 mm |
