2007 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1961 Renault 4
To start off, 2007 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Renault 4 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Rendezvous (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1961 Renault 4. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1961 Renault 4.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Buick Rendezvous (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Renault 4. (51 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Renault 4. 2007 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1961 Renault 4 has manual transmission. 1961 Renault 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Rendezvous | 1961 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Rendezvous | 4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 34 L |
