2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1996 Volvo 960
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo 960 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 (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1996 Volvo 960. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 446 kg more than 1996 Volvo 960. 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 1996 Volvo 960. 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 (315 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo 960. (233 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo 960. 2005 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1996 Volvo 960 has manual transmission. 1996 Volvo 960 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 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Rendezvous | 960 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2780 mm |
