2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1971 Volvo 140
To start off, 2006 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volvo 140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volvo 140 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 114 more horse power than 1971 Volvo 140. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1971 Volvo 140.
Because 2006 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Volvo 140. 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volvo 140. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rendezvous | 1971 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Rendezvous | 140 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
