2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1982 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Prelude 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 (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 1056 kg more than 1982 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Honda Prelude. 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, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (315 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (142 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1982 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Rendezvous | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
