2004 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1998 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 2004 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda Laputa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda Laputa would be higher. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rendezvous (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 1048 kg more than 1998 Mazda Laputa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Mazda Laputa is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Laputa 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, 2004 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (83 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rendezvous | 1998 Mazda Laputa | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Rendezvous | Laputa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 30 L |
