2005 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1969 Chevrolet Vega
To start off, 2005 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Park Avenue (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 757 kg more than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Chevrolet Vega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Chevrolet Vega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick Park Avenue, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Buick Park Avenue (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Park Avenue | 1969 Chevrolet Vega | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Park Avenue | Vega |
Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3785 cc | 2287 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 91.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 42 L |