2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 2006 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada.
Because 1981 Ford Granada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rendezvous | 1981 Ford Granada | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Rendezvous | Granada |
Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 60.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2780 mm |