2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1955 Oldsmobile 88
To start off, 2006 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Oldsmobile 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Oldsmobile 88 would be higher. At 5,318 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Oldsmobile 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Oldsmobile 88 (200 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. (195 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Oldsmobile 88 should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 158 kg more than 1955 Oldsmobile 88.
Because 1955 Oldsmobile 88 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 1955 Oldsmobile 88. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1955 Oldsmobile 88 (450 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. 2006 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1955 Oldsmobile 88 has manual transmission. 1955 Oldsmobile 88 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rendezvous | 1955 Oldsmobile 88 | |
Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
Model | Rendezvous | 88 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 5318 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 98.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 87.3 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3110 mm |