2004 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1974 Saab 99
To start off, 2004 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Saab 99 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 91 more horse power than 1974 Saab 99. (94 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1974 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 675 kg more than 1974 Saab 99. 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 1974 Saab 99. 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Saab 99. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Saab 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rendezvous | 1974 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Buick | Saab |
| Model | Rendezvous | 99 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2480 mm |
