2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1984 Daimler 4.2
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Daimler 4.2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Daimler 4.2 would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Daimler 4.2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1984 Daimler 4.2. (205 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1984 Daimler 4.2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 116 kg more than 1984 Daimler 4.2. 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 1984 Daimler 4.2. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daimler 4.2. (314 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daimler 4.2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1984 Daimler 4.2 | |
| Make | Buick | Daimler |
| Model | Rendezvous | 4.2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2870 mm |
