1973 Austin Maxi vs. 2000 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2000 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1973 Austin Maxi. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 702 kg more than 1973 Austin Maxi. 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, 2000 Buick Park Avenue (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Maxi. 2000 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1973 Austin Maxi has manual transmission. 1973 Austin Maxi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Maxi | 2000 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Austin | Buick |
| Model | Maxi | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1682 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
