1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2004 Buick Rendezvous
To start off, 2004 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Greyhound. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Greyhound would be higher. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rendezvous (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 727 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 2004 Buick Rendezvous | |
Make | AC | Buick |
Model | Greyhound | Rendezvous |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 3343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 68 L |