2003 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 2003 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 15 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 126 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 855 kg more than 1971 Renault 15. 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 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Rendezvous | 1971 Renault 15 | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Rendezvous | 15 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 69 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2440 mm |