2004 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro
To start off, 2004 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro 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 106 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 738 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rendezvous | 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Rendezvous | Comodoro |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 2470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |
