2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1989 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, 2006 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1989 Chrysler New Yorker. (135 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1989 Chrysler New Yorker.
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, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chrysler New Yorker. (228 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chrysler New Yorker.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rendezvous | 1989 Chrysler New Yorker | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Rendezvous | New Yorker |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |
