2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1972 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1972 Ford Fairlane. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 416 kg more than 1972 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Ford Fairlane is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Ford Fairlane (326 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (315 Nm). This means 1972 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1972 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Rendezvous | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 4097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2950 mm |
