1951 Austin A 70 vs. 2002 Buick Rendezvous
To start off, 2002 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Buick Rendezvous (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 559 kg more than 1951 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Austin A 70 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 1951 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2002 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 70 | 2002 Buick Rendezvous | |
Make | Austin | Buick |
Model | A 70 | Rendezvous |
Year Released | 1951 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3350 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 83.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1839 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2740 mm |