2004 Buick Rainier vs. 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rainier. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 277 kg more than 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 2004 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante. 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, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Rainier. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Rainier | 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
Make | Buick | Aston Martin |
Model | Rainier | V8 Volante |
Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 5341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2095 kg | 1818 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 97 L |