1974 Ford Fairlane vs. 2007 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2007 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Park Avenue (251 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1974 Ford Fairlane. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 439 kg more than 1974 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2007 Buick Park Avenue (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Fairlane. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Ford Fairlane | 2007 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Ford | Buick |
Model | Fairlane | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1891 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5175 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1899 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3009 mm |