2002 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1950 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 2002 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Buick Rendezvous (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 889 kg more than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Triumph Mayflower 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 1950 Triumph Mayflower. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Buick Rendezvous | 1950 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | Buick | Triumph |
| Model | Rendezvous | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.5 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1839 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2140 mm |
