2006 Buick Rainier vs. 1981 Chrysler Avenger
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Chrysler Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Chrysler Avenger would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1981 Chrysler Avenger. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1981 Chrysler Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Rainier weights approximately 670 kg more than 1981 Chrysler Avenger. 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, 2006 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Chrysler Avenger. (93 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Chrysler Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rainier | 1981 Chrysler Avenger | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Rainier | Avenger |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2500 mm |
