2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1978 Renault 4
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 4 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 149 more horse power than 1978 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1978 Renault 4. 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 Renault 4. 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 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 4. 2005 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1978 Renault 4 has manual transmission. 1978 Renault 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1978 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Rendezvous | 4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |
