2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1988 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1988 Buick LeSabre. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 366 kg more than 1988 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick LeSabre. (271 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1988 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Rendezvous | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
