2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1987 Saab 90
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Saab 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Saab 90 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 140 more horse power than 1987 Saab 90. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1987 Saab 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 836 kg more than 1987 Saab 90. 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 1987 Saab 90. 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Saab 90. (161 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Saab 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1987 Saab 90 | |
| Make | Buick | Saab |
| Model | Rendezvous | 90 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
