2004 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1961 Cadillac Sixty
To start off, 2004 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac Sixty (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Sixty should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 345 kg more than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. 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 1961 Cadillac Sixty. 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, 1961 Cadillac Sixty (582 Nm) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rendezvous | 1961 Cadillac Sixty | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Rendezvous | Sixty |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 6388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3300 mm |
