2007 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1967 Riley Kestrel
To start off, 2007 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Riley Kestrel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Riley Kestrel 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 143 more horse power than 1967 Riley Kestrel. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1967 Riley Kestrel.
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 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Riley Kestrel. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Riley Kestrel.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Buick Rendezvous | 1967 Riley Kestrel | |
Make | Buick | Riley |
Model | Rendezvous | Kestrel |
Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 25 L |