2004 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1984 Renault Siete
To start off, 2004 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault Siete 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 141 more horse power than 1984 Renault Siete. (44 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 1043 kg more than 1984 Renault Siete. 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault Siete. (85 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault Siete. 2004 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1984 Renault Siete has manual transmission. 1984 Renault Siete will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rendezvous | 1984 Renault Siete | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Rendezvous | Siete |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2540 mm |
