2002 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
To start off, 2002 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Buick Rendezvous (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (208 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit weights approximately 543 kg more than 2002 Buick Rendezvous.
Because 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Buick Rendezvous, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (402 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Buick Rendezvous | 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | |
Make | Buick | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Rendezvous | Silver Spirit |
Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1839 kg | 2382 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3070 mm |