2004 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1959 Ford Escort
To start off, 2004 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Escort 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 154 more horse power than 1959 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 1003 kg more than 1959 Ford Escort. 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 1959 Ford Escort. 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 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Escort. 2004 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1959 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1959 Ford Escort 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 | 1959 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Rendezvous | Escort |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 817 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 31 L |
