1969 Holden Belmont vs. 1993 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1993 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Buick Park Avenue (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 371 kg more than 1969 Holden Belmont. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Holden Belmont 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 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Buick Park Avenue (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (247 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Holden Belmont | 1993 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Holden | Buick |
Model | Belmont | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1969 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3034 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1646 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2820 mm |