2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1981 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 906 kg more than 1981 Honda Accord. 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, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (315 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (127 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1981 Honda Accord | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Rendezvous | Accord |
Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 127 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2460 mm |