2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 246 kg more than 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Because 2005 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (315 Nm). This means 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
| Make | Buick | De Tomaso |
| Model | Rendezvous | Longchamp |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
