2002 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1972 Rover P5B
To start off, 2002 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Buick Rendezvous (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1972 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1972 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 259 kg more than 1972 Rover P5B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Rover P5B 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 1972 Rover P5B. 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, 1972 Rover P5B (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Buick Rendezvous | 1972 Rover P5B | |
Make | Buick | Rover |
Model | Rendezvous | P5B |
Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 3528 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1839 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2820 mm |