2007 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1985 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 2007 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Buick Rendezvous. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 2007 Buick Rendezvous.
Because 1985 Venturi Cabriolet 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 1985 Venturi Cabriolet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1985 Venturi Cabriolet (297 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Buick Rendezvous. (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Buick Rendezvous. 2007 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1985 Venturi Cabriolet has manual transmission. 1985 Venturi Cabriolet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Buick Rendezvous | 1985 Venturi Cabriolet | |
Make | Buick | Venturi |
Model | Rendezvous | Cabriolet |
Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |