2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1970 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1970 Pontiac Firebird. (173 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1970 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 350 kg more than 1970 Pontiac Firebird. 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 Pontiac Firebird. 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, 1970 Pontiac Firebird (421 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (315 Nm). This means 1970 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1970 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Buick | Pontiac |
Model | Rendezvous | Firebird |
Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 6547 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 421 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 104.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.3 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |