2002 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1972 Renault 5
To start off, 2002 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 5 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 207 more horse power than 1972 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 1124 kg more than 1972 Renault 5. 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, 2002 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Buick Rendezvous | 1972 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Rendezvous | 5 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1839 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2410 mm |
