2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1993 Opel Astra
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Opel Astra 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 102 more horse power than 1993 Opel Astra. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 745 kg more than 1993 Opel Astra. 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 Opel Astra. 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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Astra. (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1993 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | Rendezvous | Astra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |
