2004 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1970 Renault 10
To start off, 2004 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Renault 10 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 138 more horse power than 1970 Renault 10. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1970 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1970 Renault 10. 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 1970 Renault 10. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Renault 10. (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Rendezvous | 1970 Renault 10 | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Rendezvous | 10 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |