2004 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1990 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 2004 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1990 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 230 kg more than 1990 Chrysler Viper.
Because 2004 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Chrysler Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1990 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. 2004 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1990 Chrysler Viper has manual transmission. 1990 Chrysler Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rendezvous | 1990 Chrysler Viper | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Rendezvous | Viper |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 7986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2450 mm |
