2004 Buick Rainier vs. 1972 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rainier (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Charger. (256 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 305 kg more than 1972 Dodge Charger. 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, 1972 Dodge Charger (470 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Rainier. (387 Nm). This means 1972 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 1972 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Rainier | Charger |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3010 mm |
