2003 Buick Rainier vs. 1993 Honda Legend
To start off, 2003 Buick Rainier is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Legend 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 41 more horse power than 1993 Honda Legend. (230 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 512 kg more than 1993 Honda Legend. 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 1993 Honda Legend. 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 (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Legend. (279 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Legend. 2003 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 1993 Honda Legend has manual transmission. 1993 Honda Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Buick Rainier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Rainier | 1993 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Rainier | Legend |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |
