2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 86 more horse power than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (159 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 421 kg more than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (203 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 2005 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass has manual transmission. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
Model | Rendezvous | Cutlass |
Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 203 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2740 mm |