2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1993 Buick Century
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (183 HP) has 69 more horse power than 1993 Buick Century. (114 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1993 Buick Century.
Because 2005 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Buick Century. 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, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Buick Century. (180 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1993 Buick Century | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Rendezvous | Century |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2662 mm |
