2004 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2004 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 47 more horse power than 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 326 kg more than 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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, 2004 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rendezvous | 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Rendezvous | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2740 mm |
