1971 Toyota 2000GT vs. 1998 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1998 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota 2000GT would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1971 Toyota 2000GT. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota 2000GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 580 kg more than 1971 Toyota 2000GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Toyota 2000GT 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 Toyota 2000GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota 2000GT. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota 2000GT. 1998 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1971 Toyota 2000GT has manual transmission. 1971 Toyota 2000GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Toyota 2000GT | 1998 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Toyota | Buick |
| Model | 2000GT | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
