2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1979 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Stanza 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 (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (94 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 911 kg more than 1979 Nissan Stanza. 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 (315 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1979 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Rendezvous | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
