2005 Buick Rainier vs. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rainier (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 649 kg more than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rainier. (374 Nm). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rainier | 1985 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Rainier | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |
