2000 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1946 Citroen 15
To start off, 2000 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick Rendezvous (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1946 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1946 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 504 kg more than 1946 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Citroen 15. 2000 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1946 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1946 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Buick Rendezvous | 1946 Citroen 15 | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Rendezvous | 15 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1946 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 2866 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 6.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3100 mm |