2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2006 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mitsubishi Magna 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 84 more horse power than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna.
Because 2006 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna. 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna. (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna. 2006 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1985 Mitsubishi Magna has manual transmission. 1985 Mitsubishi Magna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rendezvous | 1985 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Rendezvous | Magna |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2600 mm |
