1953 Austin A 90 vs. 2005 Buick Rendezvous
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 556 kg more than 1953 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (315 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 90. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 90. 2005 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1953 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1953 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 90 | 2005 Buick Rendezvous | |
| Make | Austin | Buick |
| Model | A 90 | Rendezvous |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2658 cc | 3556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2860 mm |
