2004 Buick Rainier vs. 1985 Porsche 928
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 928 (310 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rainier. (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 461 kg more than 1985 Porsche 928.
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, 1985 Porsche 928 (400 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Rainier. (387 Nm). This means 1985 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 1985 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Rainier | 928 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 86 L |
