1980 Austin Maxi vs. 2011 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2011 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick Park Avenue (251 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1980 Austin Maxi. (72 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 907 kg more than 1980 Austin Maxi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Buick Park Avenue 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 2011 Buick Park Avenue. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Austin Maxi, 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, 2011 Buick Park Avenue (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Maxi. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Maxi. 2011 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1980 Austin Maxi has manual transmission. 1980 Austin Maxi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Maxi | 2011 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Austin | Buick |
| Model | Maxi | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1891 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5175 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1899 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3009 mm |
