2004 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1990 Renault Espace
To start off, 2004 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Espace 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 72 more horse power than 1990 Renault Espace. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 620 kg more than 1990 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rendezvous | 1990 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Rendezvous | Espace |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
