2003 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1970 Triumph GT6

To start off, 2003 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph GT6 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 81 more horse power than 1970 Triumph GT6. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 960 kg more than 1970 Triumph GT6. 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 Triumph GT6. 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph GT6. 2003 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1970 Triumph GT6 has manual transmission. 1970 Triumph GT6 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 Triumph GT6
Make Buick Triumph
Model Rendezvous GT6
Year Released 2003 1970
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3350 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 185 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 159 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 91 mm 74.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 76 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 8.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1820 kg 860 kg
Vehicle Length 4750 mm 3740 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1490 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1200 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2110 mm