2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1972 Citroen GS
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen GS 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 (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1972 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 976 kg more than 1972 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen GS. (72 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1972 Citroen GS | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Rendezvous | GS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 59 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 43 L |
