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 62 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 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 805 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.
Because 2004 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 AC Greyhound. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound. 2004 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1959 AC Greyhound has manual transmission. 1959 AC Greyhound will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 1969 cc | 3343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 68 L |
