2003 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1993 Porsche 968
To start off, 2003 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2003 Buick Rendezvous. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 420 kg more than 1993 Porsche 968.
Because 2003 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Porsche 968. 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, 1993 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Rendezvous | 1993 Porsche 968 | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Rendezvous | 968 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |