2005 Buick Rainier vs. 1994 Mazda 323
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 323 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 163 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 323. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 932 kg more than 1994 Mazda 323. 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 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (157 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rainier | 1994 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Rainier | 323 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2620 mm |
