2004 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1981 Oldsmobile Omega
To start off, 2004 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Oldsmobile Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Oldsmobile Omega would be higher. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rendezvous (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1981 Oldsmobile Omega. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1981 Oldsmobile Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 728 kg more than 1981 Oldsmobile Omega. 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, 2004 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Oldsmobile Omega. (183 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Oldsmobile Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rendezvous | 1981 Oldsmobile Omega | |
| Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Rendezvous | Omega |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |
