2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 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 202 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 1091 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (315 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Buick | Simca |
| Model | Rendezvous | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 65 mm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2230 mm |
