2000 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1992 Chrysler Le Baron
To start off, 2000 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chrysler Le Baron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chrysler Le Baron 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 33 more horse power than 1992 Chrysler Le Baron. (152 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1992 Chrysler Le Baron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 485 kg more than 1992 Chrysler Le Baron. 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, both vehicles can yield 285 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Buick Rendezvous | 1992 Chrysler Le Baron | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Rendezvous | Le Baron |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2560 mm |
