2003 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1975 Mazda 929
To start off, 2003 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Rendezvous (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 660 kg more than 1975 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Mazda 929. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rendezvous 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, 2003 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 929. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Rendezvous | 1975 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Rendezvous | 929 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2520 mm |
