2004 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1996 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2004 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lancia Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lancia Zeta 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 76 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Zeta. (109 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 243 kg more than 1996 Lancia Zeta. 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Zeta. (260 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Zeta. 2004 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1996 Lancia Zeta has manual transmission. 1996 Lancia Zeta 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 | 1996 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Buick | Lancia |
| Model | Rendezvous | Zeta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |
