2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1973 Skoda 1202
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Skoda 1202 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 (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1973 Skoda 1202. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1973 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 841 kg more than 1973 Skoda 1202. 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 Skoda 1202. 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 (315 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Skoda 1202. (85 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1973 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Buick | Skoda |
| Model | Rendezvous | 1202 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2690 mm |
