2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1969 Riley 4
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Riley 4 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) has 173 more horse power than 1969 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1969 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 798 kg more than 1969 Riley 4. 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 Riley 4. 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 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Riley 4. (121 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1969 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Buick | Riley |
| Model | Rendezvous | 4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
