2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1978 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1978 Ford Mustang. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 656 kg more than 1978 Ford Mustang. 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 1978 Ford Mustang. 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, 1978 Ford Mustang (339 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (315 Nm). This means 1978 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1978 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Rendezvous | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2560 mm |
