2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1970 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1970 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 570 kg more than 1970 Ford Zephyr. 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 1970 Ford Zephyr. 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 (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Zephyr. (154 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1970 Ford Zephyr | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Rendezvous | Zephyr |
Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 93.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 72.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2930 mm |