2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1990 Cadillac Aurora
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Cadillac Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Cadillac Aurora would be higher. At 4,465 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Cadillac Aurora (200 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (182 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Aurora should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 272 kg more than 1990 Cadillac Aurora.
Because 1990 Cadillac Aurora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Aurora 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, 1990 Cadillac Aurora (366 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1990 Cadillac Aurora | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Rendezvous | Aurora |
Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 4465 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1588 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2860 mm |