1971 Audi 100 vs. 2006 Buick Rendezvous
To start off, 2006 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Audi 100 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (195 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1971 Audi 100. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1971 Audi 100.
Because 2006 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Audi 100. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi 100 | 2006 Buick Rendezvous | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | 100 | Rendezvous |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2860 mm |
