2004 Buick Rainier vs. 1997 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Viper (415 HP) has 140 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rainier. (275 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 509 kg more than 1997 Dodge Viper.
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, 1997 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Rainier. (387 Nm). This means 1997 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 1997 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Rainier | Viper |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 7986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 415 HP |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 664 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |
