2004 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1973 Triumph Stag
To start off, 2004 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph Stag. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph Stag 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 61 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Stag. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Stag. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 620 kg more than 1973 Triumph Stag. 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 1973 Triumph Stag. 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Stag. (192 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Stag. 2004 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1973 Triumph Stag has manual transmission. 1973 Triumph Stag will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rendezvous | 1973 Triumph Stag | |
| Make | Buick | Triumph |
| Model | Rendezvous | Stag |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2550 mm |
