2003 Buick Rainier vs. 1974 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2003 Buick Rainier is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Luce. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 845 kg more than 1974 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 (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Rainier | 1974 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Rainier | Luce |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2590 mm |
