2004 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1951 Ford Consul
To start off, 2004 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ford Consul would be higher. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rendezvous (185 HP) has 145 more horse power than 1951 Ford Consul. (40 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 775 kg more than 1951 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Consul. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Consul. 2004 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1951 Ford Consul has manual transmission. 1951 Ford Consul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rendezvous | 1951 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Rendezvous | Consul |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 1508 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 40 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2550 mm |
