2000 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1955 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2000 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Chrysler Imperial (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2000 Buick Rendezvous. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2000 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 571 kg more than 2000 Buick Rendezvous. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Buick Rendezvous | 1955 Chrysler Imperial | |
Make | Buick | Chrysler |
Model | Rendezvous | Imperial |
Year Released | 2000 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 5423 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 6170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3800 mm |