2000 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1970 Honda Z
To start off, 2000 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda Z 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 148 more horse power than 1970 Honda Z. (37 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 1304 kg more than 1970 Honda Z. 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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda Z. (45 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Buick Rendezvous | 1970 Honda Z | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Rendezvous | Z |
Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 45 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2010 mm |