2000 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1989 Proton Saloon
To start off, 2000 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Proton Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Proton Saloon 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 118 more horse power than 1989 Proton Saloon. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1989 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 909 kg more than 1989 Proton Saloon. 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 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Proton Saloon. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Proton Saloon. 2000 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1989 Proton Saloon has manual transmission. 1989 Proton Saloon 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 | 1989 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Buick | Proton |
| Model | Rendezvous | Saloon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| 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 | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2390 mm |
