2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1973 Ford Granada
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Granada 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 (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1973 Ford Granada. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 398 kg more than 1973 Ford Granada. 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 1973 Ford Granada. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Granada. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1973 Ford Granada | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Rendezvous | Granada |
Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 93.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 72.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |