2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1990 Dodge Colt
To start off, 2006 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Dodge Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Dodge Colt 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 114 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Colt. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Colt.
Because 2006 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Dodge Colt. 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Colt. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rendezvous | 1990 Dodge Colt | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Rendezvous | Colt |
Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2400 mm |