2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1991 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (182 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Camaro. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 460 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Chevrolet Camaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Camaro. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1991 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Rendezvous | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
