2004 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1989 Eagle Talon
To start off, 2004 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Eagle Talon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Eagle Talon would be higher. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Eagle Talon (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 555 kg more than 1989 Eagle Talon.
Because 2004 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Eagle Talon. 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Eagle Talon. (276 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Eagle Talon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rendezvous | 1989 Eagle Talon | |
| Make | Buick | Eagle |
| Model | Rendezvous | Talon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2480 mm |
