1982 Buick Estate vs. 2005 Buick Rendezvous
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1982 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 53 kg more than 1982 Buick Estate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous will offer significantly more control. 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, 1982 Buick Estate (435 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm). This means 1982 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Buick Estate | 2005 Buick Rendezvous | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | Estate | Rendezvous |
Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6596 cc | 3343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 285 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1938 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2880 mm |