2006 Buick Rainier vs. 1993 Mazda Lantis
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda Lantis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda Lantis 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 170 more horse power than 1993 Mazda Lantis. (121 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda Lantis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Rainier weights approximately 390 kg more than 1993 Mazda Lantis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mazda Lantis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier 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, 2006 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda Lantis. (156 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda Lantis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rainier | 1993 Mazda Lantis | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Rainier | Lantis |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2610 mm |
