2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1988 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Camry 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 (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 758 kg more than 1988 Toyota Camry. 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 Toyota Camry. 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) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Camry. (135 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1988 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Rendezvous | Camry |
Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 135 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1938 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2610 mm |