2003 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1961 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2003 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2003 Buick Rendezvous. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 420 kg more than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2003 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rendezvous will offer significantly more control. 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, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Rendezvous | 1961 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Rendezvous | Corvette |
Year Released | 2003 | 1961 |
Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 4637 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |