2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1976 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (195 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1976 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1976 Honda Accord.
Because 2006 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rendezvous | 1976 Honda Accord | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Rendezvous | Accord |
Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 77.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.4:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |