2004 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1983 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 2004 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Subaru Coupe would be higher. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rendezvous (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1983 Subaru Coupe. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1983 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 943 kg more than 1983 Subaru Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2004 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Subaru Coupe. (114 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Subaru Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rendezvous | 1983 Subaru Coupe | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | Rendezvous | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 60 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
