2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1986 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2006 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Soarer 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 125 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Soarer. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Soarer.
Because 1986 Toyota Soarer 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 1986 Toyota Soarer. 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Soarer. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Soarer.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rendezvous | 1986 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Rendezvous | Soarer |
Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |