2000 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1971 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 2000 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick Rendezvous (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1971 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 869 kg more than 1971 Mazda RX-2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Mazda RX-2 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Mazda RX-2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Buick Rendezvous, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda RX-2. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Buick Rendezvous | 1971 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Rendezvous | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2480 mm |
