1984 Audi Coupe vs. 2006 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1984 Audi Coupe. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Rainier weights approximately 600 kg more than 1984 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Audi Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Coupe. (145 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Audi Coupe | 2006 Buick Rainier | |
Make | Audi | Buick |
Model | Coupe | Rainier |
Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2880 mm |