2003 Buick Rainier vs. 1994 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2003 Buick Rainier is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Starlet 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 218 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Starlet. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 1368 kg more than 1994 Toyota Starlet. 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 1994 Toyota Starlet. 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 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Starlet. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Starlet. 2003 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 1994 Toyota Starlet has manual transmission. 1994 Toyota Starlet 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 | 1994 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Rainier | Starlet |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2310 mm |
