2003 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1975 Renault 30
To start off, 2003 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 30 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 54 more horse power than 1975 Renault 30. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 500 kg more than 1975 Renault 30. 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 1975 Renault 30. 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 30. (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 30.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Rendezvous | 1975 Renault 30 | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Rendezvous | 30 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |