1975 Mazda RX-2 vs. 1994 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1994 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Buick Park Avenue (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1975 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 686 kg more than 1975 Mazda RX-2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Mazda RX-2 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 1975 Mazda RX-2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Buick Park Avenue (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mazda RX-2 | 1994 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Mazda | Buick |
Model | RX-2 | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1975 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2292 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1646 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2820 mm |