1972 Holden Torana vs. 1993 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1993 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Torana would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (55 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 840 kg more than 1972 Holden Torana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Holden Torana 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 Holden Torana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Buick Park Avenue (260 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Torana. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Torana. 1993 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1972 Holden Torana has manual transmission. 1972 Holden Torana will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Holden Torana | 1993 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Holden | Buick |
Model | Torana | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1159 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2820 mm |