2002 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1984 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 2002 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Vauxhall Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Vauxhall Nova would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Buick Rendezvous (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1984 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1984 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 1099 kg more than 1984 Vauxhall Nova. 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, 2002 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Vauxhall Nova. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Vauxhall Nova. 2002 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1984 Vauxhall Nova has manual transmission. 1984 Vauxhall Nova will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Buick Rendezvous | 1984 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Buick | Vauxhall |
| Model | Rendezvous | Nova |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1839 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2350 mm |
