2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1969 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2006 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Monaro 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 66 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro.
Because 2006 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Holden Monaro. 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Monaro. (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rendezvous | 1969 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | Rendezvous | Monaro |
Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |