1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2005 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Buick Rainier. (275 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 267 kg more than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2005 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rainier. (374 Nm). This means 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2005 Buick Rainier | |
Make | Aston Martin | Buick |
Model | V8 Vantage | Rainier |
Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 374 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 102 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2087 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 83 L |