2004 Buick Rainier vs. 1968 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rainier (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 1275 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Buick Rainier (387 Nm) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 1968 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Rainier | Familia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 57 L |
