2007 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1986 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2007 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Mustang 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 108 more horse power than 1986 Ford Mustang. (88 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Mustang.
Because 1986 Ford Mustang 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 Ford Mustang. 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, 2007 Buick Rendezvous (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Mustang. 2007 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1986 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1986 Ford Mustang 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.
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2007 Buick Rendezvous | 1986 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Rendezvous | Mustang |
Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2560 mm |