2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (208 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit weights approximately 514 kg more than 2005 Buick Rendezvous.
Because 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit 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 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. 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, 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (403 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (315 Nm). This means 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | |
Make | Buick | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Rendezvous | Silver Spirit |
Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 403 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 2380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3070 mm |