2003 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1965 Riley 4
To start off, 2003 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Riley 4 would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Rendezvous (185 HP) has 118 more horse power than 1965 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1965 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 672 kg more than 1965 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Riley 4. 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, 2003 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Rendezvous | 1965 Riley 4 | |
Make | Buick | Riley |
Model | Rendezvous | 4 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1965 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1620 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 285 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1148 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |