2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1969 Ford Ranchero
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Ranchero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Ranchero would be higher. At 7,022 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Ford Ranchero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Ranchero (355 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 301 kg more than 1969 Ford Ranchero.
Because 1969 Ford Ranchero is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Ford Ranchero. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1969 Ford Ranchero (651 Nm) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (315 Nm). This means 1969 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1969 Ford Ranchero | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Rendezvous | Ranchero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 7022 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 41 L |
