2000 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1985 Chrysler Limousine
To start off, 2000 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chrysler Limousine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chrysler Limousine 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 89 more horse power than 1985 Chrysler Limousine. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1985 Chrysler Limousine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 429 kg more than 1985 Chrysler Limousine. 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Chrysler Limousine. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Chrysler Limousine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Buick Rendezvous | 1985 Chrysler Limousine | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Rendezvous | Limousine |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3330 mm |
