1984 Avanti Avanti 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 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, 2006 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1984 Avanti Avanti. (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1984 Avanti Avanti.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Avanti Avanti. 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Buick Rainier | |
| Make | Avanti | Buick |
| Model | Avanti | Rainier |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 4194 cc |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2880 mm |
