1976 Datsun Violet vs. 2008 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2008 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Datsun Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Datsun Violet would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick Park Avenue (251 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1976 Datsun Violet. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1976 Datsun Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 991 kg more than 1976 Datsun Violet. 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 (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Datsun Violet. (99 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Datsun Violet. 2008 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1976 Datsun Violet has manual transmission. 1976 Datsun Violet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Datsun Violet | 2008 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Datsun | Buick |
Model | Violet | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1891 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5175 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1899 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3009 mm |