2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1960 Ford Taunus
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Taunus 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 187 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 980 kg more than 1960 Ford Taunus. 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 1960 Ford Taunus. 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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1960 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Rendezvous | Taunus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
