2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1978 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 2006 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Plymouth Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Plymouth Horizon 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) has 120 more horse power than 1978 Plymouth Horizon. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1978 Plymouth Horizon.
Because 2006 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Plymouth Horizon. 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Plymouth Horizon. (122 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rendezvous | 1978 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Buick | Plymouth |
| Model | Rendezvous | Horizon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |
