2002 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1953 Morris Minor
To start off, 2002 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Minor 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 210 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 1014 kg more than 1953 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Morris Minor 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 1953 Morris Minor. 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 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Buick Rendezvous | 1953 Morris Minor | |
Make | Buick | Morris |
Model | Rendezvous | Minor |
Year Released | 2002 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 803 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1839 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2190 mm |