2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1991 Buick Roadmaster
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 180 kg more than 2005 Buick Rendezvous.
Because 2005 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. 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, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1991 Buick Roadmaster | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | Rendezvous | Roadmaster |
Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 5002 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2950 mm |