1972 Austin 1800 vs. 2005 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2005 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin 1800 would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Park Avenue (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1972 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 572 kg more than 1972 Austin 1800. 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, 2005 Buick Park Avenue (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin 1800 | 2005 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Austin | Buick |
| Model | 1800 | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 3785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 68 L |
