2004 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1971 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2004 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Subaru Leone 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 117 more horse power than 1971 Subaru Leone. (68 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1971 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1971 Subaru Leone. 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 1971 Subaru Leone. 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 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Subaru Leone. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Rendezvous | 1971 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Rendezvous | Leone |
Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 1361 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2450 mm |