1984 Avanti Avanti 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 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rainier (276 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1984 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1984 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 384 kg more than 1984 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, 2005 Buick Rainier (387 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Avanti Avanti | 2005 Buick Rainier | |
| Make | Avanti | Buick |
| Model | Avanti | Rainier |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 83 L |
