2000 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1985 Audi 4000
To start off, 2000 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 4000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 4000 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 85 more horse power than 1985 Audi 4000. (100 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 4000.
Because 1985 Audi 4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Buick Rendezvous. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Audi 4000 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, 2000 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 4000. (137 Nm). This means 2000 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Buick Rendezvous | 1985 Audi 4000 | |
| Make | Buick | Audi |
| Model | Rendezvous | 4000 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2550 mm |
