2003 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1985 Ford Capri
To start off, 2003 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Capri 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 113 more horse power than 1985 Ford Capri. (72 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 810 kg more than 1985 Ford Capri. 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 1985 Ford Capri. 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 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Capri. (119 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Rendezvous | 1985 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Rendezvous | Capri |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2570 mm |
