2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mitsubishi Space Wagon 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 525 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. 2005 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1993 Mitsubishi Space Wagon has manual transmission. 1993 Mitsubishi Space Wagon 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 | 1993 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Rendezvous | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2730 mm |
