1971 Marcos 2 Litres vs. 2003 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2003 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Marcos 2 Litres would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 885 kg more than 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Marcos 2 Litres 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 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. 2003 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1971 Marcos 2 Litres has manual transmission. 1971 Marcos 2 Litres will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Marcos 2 Litres | 2003 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Marcos | Buick |
Model | 2 Litres | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2780 mm |