2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1992 Honda CRX
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda CRX 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 57 more horse power than 1992 Honda CRX. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 810 kg more than 1992 Honda CRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda CRX. 2005 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1992 Honda CRX has manual transmission. 1992 Honda CRX 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 | 1992 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Rendezvous | CRX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
