1970 Chrysler 160 vs. 2000 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2000 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler 160. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler 160 would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler 160. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 675 kg more than 1970 Chrysler 160. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Chrysler 160 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 Chrysler 160. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chrysler 160. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler 160 | 2000 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Chrysler | Buick |
| Model | 160 | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 3798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2780 mm |
