1984 Dodge 600 vs. 2011 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2011 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Dodge 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Dodge 600 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick Park Avenue (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1984 Dodge 600. (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1984 Dodge 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 656 kg more than 1984 Dodge 600. 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, 1984 Dodge 600, 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 (265 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Dodge 600. (228 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Dodge 600.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Dodge 600 | 2011 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Dodge | Buick |
Model | 600 | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1891 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5175 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1899 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3009 mm |