2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1988 Holden Barina
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Holden Barina would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (182 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1988 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1988 Holden Barina. 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 (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1988 Holden Barina | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | Rendezvous | Barina |
Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2250 mm |