1982 Ford Granada vs. 1997 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1997 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 270 kg more than 1982 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Ford Granada 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 1982 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Buick Park Avenue (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Granada. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Granada | 1997 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Ford | Buick |
Model | Granada | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1982 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1412 kg | 1682 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |