2006 Buick Rainier vs. 1968 Mazda 1000
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1968 Mazda 1000. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Rainier weights approximately 815 kg more than 1968 Mazda 1000. 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, 2006 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda 1000. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rainier | 1968 Mazda 1000 | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Rainier | 1000 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1168 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |