2000 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1973 Cadillac Calais
To start off, 2000 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Cadillac Calais (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2000 Buick Rendezvous. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 2000 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 416 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Buick Rendezvous | 1973 Cadillac Calais | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Rendezvous | Calais |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 7734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3310 mm |
