1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2004 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rainier. (276 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 107 kg more than 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2004 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Rainier. (380 Nm). This means 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2004 Buick Rainier | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Buick |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Rainier |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 2099 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 83 L |
