2004 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100
To start off, 2004 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 1096 kg more than 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rendezvous, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100. (152 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100. 2004 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 has manual transmission. 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 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.
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2004 Buick Rendezvous | 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 | |
Make | Buick | Morgan |
Model | Rendezvous | 4 Plus 2100 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 2088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 152 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2440 mm |