2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1981 Seat 127
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Seat 127 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 136 more horse power than 1981 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1981 Seat 127. 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 1981 Seat 127. 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 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1981 Seat 127 | |
Make | Buick | Seat |
Model | Rendezvous | 127 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2230 mm |