2003 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1984 Dodge Conquest
To start off, 2003 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Dodge Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Dodge Conquest 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 42 more horse power than 1984 Dodge Conquest. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1984 Dodge Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 540 kg more than 1984 Dodge Conquest. 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 1984 Dodge Conquest. 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Dodge Conquest. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Dodge Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Rendezvous | 1984 Dodge Conquest | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Rendezvous | Conquest |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2450 mm |
