1974 Holden Torana vs. 2008 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2008 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Torana would be higher. At 2,833 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick Park Avenue (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1974 Holden Torana. (119 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 721 kg more than 1974 Holden Torana. 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, 2008 Buick Park Avenue (265 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Torana. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Holden Torana | 2008 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Holden | Buick |
Model | Torana | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2833 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1891 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5175 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1899 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3009 mm |