1958 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2000 Buick Rendezvous
To start off, 2000 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick Rendezvous (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 709 kg more than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin-Healey 100 | 2000 Buick Rendezvous | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Buick |
Model | 100 | Rendezvous |
Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 3348 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1829 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |