2000 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1978 Peugeot 305
To start off, 2000 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 305 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 113 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 305. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 889 kg more than 1978 Peugeot 305. 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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 305. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Buick Rendezvous | 1978 Peugeot 305 | |
Make | Buick | Peugeot |
Model | Rendezvous | 305 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 1472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |