2003 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1969 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2003 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Cedric 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 530 kg more than 1969 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Rendezvous | 1969 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Rendezvous | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |
