2003 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1989 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2003 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Taurus 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 96 more horse power than 1989 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 420 kg more than 1989 Ford Taurus. 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 1989 Ford Taurus. 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Rendezvous | 1989 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Rendezvous | Taurus |
Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |