2000 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1959 Ford Prefect
To start off, 2000 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Prefect 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 154 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 1064 kg more than 1959 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ford Prefect is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Buick Rendezvous, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect. 2000 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1959 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1959 Ford Prefect 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 | 1959 Ford Prefect | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Rendezvous | Prefect |
Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2150 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 63.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2220 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |