2004 Buick Rainier vs. 1969 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (317 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rainier. (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 415 kg more than 1969 Dodge Challenger.
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, 1969 Dodge Challenger (545 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Rainier. (387 Nm). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 1969 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Rainier | Challenger |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 545 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 75 L |
