2007 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1984 Dodge 600
To start off, 2007 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Dodge 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Dodge 600 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Rendezvous (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1984 Dodge 600. (142 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1984 Dodge 600.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Buick Rendezvous (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Dodge 600. (228 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Dodge 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Rendezvous | 1984 Dodge 600 | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Rendezvous | 600 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
