2007 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1986 Ford Orion
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 Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Orion 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 106 more horse power than 1986 Ford Orion. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Orion.
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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Orion. (133 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Rendezvous | 1986 Ford Orion | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Rendezvous | Orion |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
