2000 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1989 Ford Escort
To start off, 2000 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Escort 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 124 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (61 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 944 kg more than 1989 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort. 2000 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1989 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1989 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Buick Rendezvous | 1989 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Rendezvous | Escort |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 48 L |
