1954 Buick 40 vs. 2005 Buick Rendezvous
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Buick 40 (193 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 100 kg more than 1954 Buick 40.
Because 2005 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Buick 40. 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, 1954 Buick 40 (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 40 | 2005 Buick Rendezvous | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | 40 | Rendezvous |
Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 3343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1820 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2860 mm |