2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1958 Morris Minor
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Minor 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 204 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 1156 kg more than 1958 Morris Minor. 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 1958 Morris Minor. 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 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (68 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1958 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Buick | Morris |
| Model | Rendezvous | Minor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2190 mm |
