1979 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1994 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1994 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV 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 (205 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 550 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV 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 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. 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 (260 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. (190 Nm). This means 1994 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1994 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
Model | GTV | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 260 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1650 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2820 mm |