1985 Lancia Y10 vs. 2009 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2009 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lancia Y10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lancia Y10 would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Park Avenue (251 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Y10. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Y10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 1041 kg more than 1985 Lancia Y10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Lancia Y10 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Y10 will offer significantly more control. 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. 2009 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1985 Lancia Y10 has manual transmission. 1985 Lancia Y10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lancia Y10 | 2009 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Lancia | Buick |
| Model | Y10 | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1891 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5175 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1899 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3009 mm |
