2004 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1969 Dodge Dart
To start off, 2004 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Dart 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 80 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (105 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 465 kg more than 1969 Dodge Dart. 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 1969 Dodge Dart. 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Dart. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rendezvous | 1969 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Rendezvous | Dart |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 3248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
