2003 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1974 Holden Torana
To start off, 2003 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Torana 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 84 more horse power than 1974 Holden Torana. (101 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 710 kg more than 1974 Holden Torana. 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 1974 Holden Torana. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Torana. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Rendezvous | 1974 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | Rendezvous | Torana |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2590 mm |
