2003 Buick Rainier vs. 1992 Mazda MX-6
To start off, 2003 Buick Rainier is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mazda MX-6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mazda MX-6 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 168 more horse power than 1992 Mazda MX-6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1992 Mazda MX-6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 1026 kg more than 1992 Mazda MX-6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Mazda MX-6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Buick Rainier (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda MX-6. (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda MX-6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Rainier | 1992 Mazda MX-6 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Rainier | MX-6 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 1179 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2620 mm |
