2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (130 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 328 kg more than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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 (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Rendezvous | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 2837 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
