2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1995 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 TVR Cerbera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 TVR Cerbera would be higher. At 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 741 kg more than 1995 TVR Cerbera.
Because 1995 TVR Cerbera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 TVR Cerbera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (315 Nm). This means 1995 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. 2005 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1995 TVR Cerbera has manual transmission. 1995 TVR Cerbera 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 | 1995 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Buick | TVR |
| Model | Rendezvous | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 4185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2580 mm |
