1967 Audi Variant vs. 2005 Buick Rendezvous

To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Audi Variant would be higher. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1967 Audi Variant. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1967 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 750 kg more than 1967 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Audi Variant. 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, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Audi Variant. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Audi Variant.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Audi Variant 2005 Buick Rendezvous
Make Audi Buick
Model Variant Rendezvous
Year Released 1967 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1696 cc 3343 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 71 HP 183 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 128 Nm 285 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80 mm 91 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84.4 mm 84 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1070 kg 1820 kg
Vehicle Length 4390 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 68 L


 

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