2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1975 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Golf 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 125 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Golf. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2006 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Volkswagen Golf. 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Golf. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rendezvous | 1975 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rendezvous | Golf |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
