2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1986 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 2006 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Suzuki SJ 410. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Suzuki SJ 410 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 196 more horse power than 1986 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1986 Suzuki SJ 410.
Because 1986 Suzuki SJ 410 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 Suzuki SJ 410 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 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rendezvous | 1986 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | Rendezvous | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2040 mm |
