2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1970 Morris Traveller
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Morris Traveller 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 (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1970 Morris Traveller. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1970 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 1083 kg more than 1970 Morris Traveller. 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 Morris Traveller. 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) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Morris Traveller. (94 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1970 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Buick | Morris |
| Model | Rendezvous | Traveller |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1938 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2380 mm |
