2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1957 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (283 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 470 kg more than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2005 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. 2005 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1957 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1957 Chevrolet Corvette 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1957 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Rendezvous | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 4638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2600 mm |
