2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 2006 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (195 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rendezvous | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Rendezvous | Dart |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 99.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |
