2003 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1987 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2003 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Rendezvous (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1987 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1987 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 GMC Suburban weights approximately 420 kg more than 2003 Buick Rendezvous.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1987 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Rendezvous | 1987 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Rendezvous | Suburban |
Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3300 mm |