1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2002 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2002 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,090 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 290 kg more than 1972 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Ford Mustang 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 1972 Ford Mustang. 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 (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Mustang. (254 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Mustang. 2002 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1972 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1972 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Mustang | 2002 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Ford | Buick |
Model | Mustang | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4090 cc | 3798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 254 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |