1966 Checker Town vs. 2002 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2002 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Checker Town. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Checker Town would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1966 Checker Town. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1966 Checker Town. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 20 kg more than 1966 Checker Town. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Checker Town 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 1966 Checker Town. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Checker Town | 2002 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Checker | Buick |
| Model | Town | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3766 cc | 3798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2780 mm |
