2004 Buick Rainier vs. 1968 Dodge Dart
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rainier (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 638 kg more than 1968 Dodge Dart. 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, 2004 Buick Rainier (387 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Dodge Dart. (353 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 1968 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Rainier | Dart |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |
