2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1988 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mercedes-Benz S (261 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 240 kg more than 1988 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 1988 Mercedes-Benz S 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 1988 Mercedes-Benz S. 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, 1988 Mercedes-Benz S (405 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (315 Nm). This means 1988 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1988 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rendezvous | S |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 405 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2950 mm |
