2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1969 Honda S600
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Honda S600 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 170 more horse power than 1969 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 1221 kg more than 1969 Honda S600. 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 1969 Honda S600. 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 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600. 2005 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1969 Honda S600 has manual transmission. 1969 Honda S600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1969 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Rendezvous | S600 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 35 L |
