2000 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1982 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2000 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick Rendezvous (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1982 Opel Corsa. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 1089 kg more than 1982 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Corsa. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Corsa. 2000 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1982 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 1982 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Buick Rendezvous | 1982 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | Rendezvous | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
