2004 Buick Rainier vs. 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 (276 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 1061 kg more than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 (380 Nm) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Rainier | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2099 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1480 mm |
