2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1983 Chrysler Limousine
To start off, 2006 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Chrysler Limousine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Chrysler Limousine would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (195 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1983 Chrysler Limousine. (93 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1983 Chrysler Limousine.
Because 2006 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Chrysler Limousine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Chrysler Limousine. (179 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Chrysler Limousine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rendezvous | 1983 Chrysler Limousine | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Rendezvous | Limousine |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3330 mm |
