2002 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1992 Buick Century
To start off, 2002 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Buick Century 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) has 79 more horse power than 1992 Buick Century. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1992 Buick Century.
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) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Buick Century. (251 Nm). This means 2002 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Buick Rendezvous | 1992 Buick Century | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Rendezvous | Century |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 3300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2662 mm |
