1990 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 2001 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2001 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2001 Buick Park Avenue. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 2001 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 422 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ.
Because 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ 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 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Buick Park Avenue, 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, 2001 Buick Park Avenue (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ. 2001 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ has manual transmission. 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ 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:
1990 Alfa Romeo SZ | 2001 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
Model | SZ | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2957 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1682 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |