1982 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2001 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2001 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1982 Volkswagen Polo. (38 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1982 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1982 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2001 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volkswagen Polo. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volkswagen Polo. 2001 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1982 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 1982 Volkswagen Polo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Volkswagen Polo | 2001 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Buick |
| Model | Polo | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1043 cc | 3798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
