2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1957 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Zodiac 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 (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1957 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 752 kg more than 1957 Ford Zodiac. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ford Zodiac. 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, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (315 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1957 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Rendezvous | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 2552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
