1965 AC Aceca vs. 2004 Buick Rendezvous
To start off, 2004 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 AC Aceca 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 17 more horse power than 1965 AC Aceca. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1965 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 1029 kg more than 1965 AC Aceca. 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 1965 AC Aceca. 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 AC Aceca. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 AC Aceca | 2004 Buick Rendezvous | |
| Make | AC | Buick |
| Model | Aceca | Rendezvous |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 3343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 68 L |
