1990 Buick Skylark vs. 2005 Buick Rendezvous
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1990 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 756 kg more than 1990 Buick Skylark. 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 1990 Buick Skylark. 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, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (315 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Skylark | 2005 Buick Rendezvous | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | Skylark | Rendezvous |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2259 cc | 3556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 315 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1946 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 68 L |