2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 840 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. 2005 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 | 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Rendezvous | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
