1983 Dodge 600 vs. 2002 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2002 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Dodge 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Dodge 600 would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1983 Dodge 600. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 575 kg more than 1983 Dodge 600. 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, 2002 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge 600. (159 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge 600 | 2002 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Dodge | Buick |
| Model | 600 | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 3798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2780 mm |
