2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1976 Mazda 929
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 792 kg more than 1976 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (315 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 929. (134 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1976 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Rendezvous | 929 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
