2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1987 Buick Estate
To start off, 2006 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (195 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1987 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Estate weights approximately 27 kg more than 2006 Buick Rendezvous.
Because 1987 Buick Estate 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 1987 Buick Estate. 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, 1987 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rendezvous | 1987 Buick Estate | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | Rendezvous | Estate |
Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 6598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2950 mm |