2003 Buick Rainier vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2003 Buick Rainier is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Rainier (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1971 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Buick Rainier (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Rainier | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Rainier | Luce |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2510 mm |
