2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 (323 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 56 kg more than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Because 2005 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500. 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, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 (450 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (315 Nm). This means 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rendezvous | 500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
