2007 Buick Rainier vs. 1993 Mazda 121
To start off, 2007 Buick Rainier is newer by 14 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 4,162 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Rainier (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 121. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Rainier weights approximately 730 kg more than 1993 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mazda 121. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 121. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Rainier | 1993 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Rainier | 121 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4162 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 43 L |
