2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1973 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Sunbeam Chamois 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 (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 1223 kg more than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. 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 (285 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1973 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Buick | Sunbeam |
| Model | Rendezvous | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1938 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2090 mm |
