2003 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1970 Innocenti IM 3
To start off, 2003 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Innocenti IM 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Innocenti IM 3 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 129 more horse power than 1970 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1970 Innocenti IM 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 930 kg more than 1970 Innocenti IM 3. 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 1970 Innocenti IM 3. 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Innocenti IM 3. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Innocenti IM 3. 2003 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1970 Innocenti IM 3 has manual transmission. 1970 Innocenti IM 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Buick Rendezvous | 1970 Innocenti IM 3 | |
Make | Buick | Innocenti |
Model | Rendezvous | IM 3 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 64.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2380 mm |