2004 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1986 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2004 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Rekord 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 71 more horse power than 1986 Opel Rekord. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 514 kg more than 1986 Opel Rekord. 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 1986 Opel Rekord. 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Rekord. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rendezvous | 1986 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | Rendezvous | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1306 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
