2005 Buick Rainier vs. 1979 Mazda 929
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rainier (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 1017 kg more than 1979 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Buick Rainier (374 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 929. (134 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rainier | 1979 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Rainier | 929 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 134 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 88 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |