2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1986 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2006 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chevrolet Blazer 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 149 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1986 Chevrolet Blazer.
Because 1986 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Blazer 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 (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rendezvous | 1986 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Rendezvous | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2560 mm |
