2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1974 Renault 15
To start off, 2006 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 15 would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1974 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 15.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rendezvous | 1974 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Rendezvous | 15 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
