2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1986 Porsche 928
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 402 kg more than 1986 Porsche 928.
Because 2005 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Porsche 928. 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, 1986 Porsche 928 (408 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm). This means 1986 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1986 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Rendezvous | 928 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1938 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |
