2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1965 Citroen Ak 350
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Citroen Ak 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Citroen Ak 350 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 223 more horse power than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 1261 kg more than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1965 Citroen Ak 350 | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Rendezvous | Ak 350 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 19 L |
