1968 Chrysler Newport vs. 2001 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2001 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chrysler Newport (305 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2001 Buick Park Avenue. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 2001 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 225 kg more than 2001 Buick Park Avenue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Chrysler Newport 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 1968 Chrysler Newport. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1968 Chrysler Newport (543 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Buick Park Avenue. (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chrysler Newport | 2001 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Chrysler | Buick |
Model | Newport | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7206 cc | 3798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |