2004 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1985 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2004 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Prelude 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 78 more horse power than 1985 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 883 kg more than 1985 Honda Prelude. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Prelude. (156 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rendezvous | 1985 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Rendezvous | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 1829 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
