2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1992 Oldsmobile 88
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Oldsmobile 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Oldsmobile 88 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1992 Oldsmobile 88. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1992 Oldsmobile 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 321 kg more than 1992 Oldsmobile 88. 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 (315 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Oldsmobile 88. (298 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Oldsmobile 88.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1992 Oldsmobile 88 | |
| Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Rendezvous | 88 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 96.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2820 mm |
