2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 111 kg more than 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (279 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
Model | Rendezvous | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 4129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 279 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3030 mm |