1950 Triumph Roadster vs. 1992 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1992 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Triumph Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Triumph Roadster would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Park Avenue (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1950 Triumph Roadster. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1950 Triumph Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 483 kg more than 1950 Triumph Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Triumph Roadster 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 1950 Triumph Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Buick Park Avenue (380 Nm) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Triumph Roadster. (147 Nm). This means 1992 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Triumph Roadster. 1992 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1950 Triumph Roadster has manual transmission. 1950 Triumph Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Triumph Roadster | 1992 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Triumph | Buick |
| Model | Roadster | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1163 kg | 1646 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 68 L |
