2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 192 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 996 kg more than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (315 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. (90 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Rendezvous | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2390 mm |
