1970 Audi 100 vs. 1998 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1998 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi 100 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1970 Audi 100. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 636 kg more than 1970 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Buick Park Avenue (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi 100. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi 100 | 1998 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | 100 | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2900 mm |
