2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1989 Dodge Omni
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Dodge Omni. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Dodge Omni would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1989 Dodge Omni. (91 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1989 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 841 kg more than 1989 Dodge Omni. 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Dodge Omni. (165 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1989 Dodge Omni | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Rendezvous | Omni |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2530 mm |
