1970 Austin 3 vs. 2002 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2002 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Austin 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Austin 3 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1970 Austin 3. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1970 Austin 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 192 kg more than 1970 Austin 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Austin 3 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 1970 Austin 3. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Buick Park Avenue (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Austin 3. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Austin 3.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Austin 3 | 2002 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Austin | Buick |
Model | 3 | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1682 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |