2004 Buick Rainier vs. 1984 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda RX-7 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 161 more horse power than 1984 Mazda RX-7. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 955 kg more than 1984 Mazda RX-7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Buick Rainier (387 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda RX-7. (158 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 1984 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Rainier | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2430 mm |
