2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1948 Ford Prefect
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1948 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 1029 kg more than 1948 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Ford Prefect is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (315 Nm) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Prefect. (63 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Prefect. 2005 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1948 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1948 Ford Prefect will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1948 Ford Prefect | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Rendezvous | Prefect |
Year Released | 2005 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 63 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 63.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 6.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 837 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2390 mm |