1985 Dodge 600 vs. 2007 Buick Park Avenue

To start off, 2007 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Dodge 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Dodge 600 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Park Avenue (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1985 Dodge 600. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 726 kg more than 1985 Dodge 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 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 2007 Buick Park Avenue. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 2007 Buick Park Avenue (265 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge 600. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge 600.

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