2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1968 MG Midget
To start off, 2006 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 MG Midget would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (195 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1968 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1968 MG Midget.
Because 2006 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 MG Midget. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rendezvous | 1968 MG Midget | |
| Make | Buick | MG |
| Model | Rendezvous | Midget |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2040 mm |
