2003 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1991 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2003 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 3,352 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Lumina (198 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2003 Buick Rendezvous. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 290 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 2003 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Chevrolet Lumina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rendezvous will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 Chevrolet Lumina (291 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Rendezvous | 1991 Chevrolet Lumina | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Rendezvous | Lumina |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 3352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2740 mm |
