2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1989 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Blizzard 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 109 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 588 kg more than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 (285 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. (167 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. 2005 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1989 Toyota Blizzard has manual transmission. 1989 Toyota Blizzard 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1989 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Rendezvous | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1938 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
