2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1993 Mazda 121
To start off, 2006 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 121. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 121.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 Rendezvous (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 121. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rendezvous | 1993 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Rendezvous | 121 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 43 L |
