2000 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1997 Morgan 4
To start off, 2000 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Morgan 4 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 73 more horse power than 1997 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1997 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 949 kg more than 1997 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Morgan 4 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 1997 Morgan 4. 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Morgan 4. 2000 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1997 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1997 Morgan 4 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 | 1997 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Buick | Morgan |
Model | Rendezvous | 4 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |