2004 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1985 Ford Tempo
To start off, 2004 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Tempo 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 85 more horse power than 1985 Ford Tempo. (100 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 655 kg more than 1985 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Rendezvous | 1985 Ford Tempo | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Rendezvous | Tempo |
Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 2307 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2540 mm |