1992 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1952 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 1992 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1952 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1952 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 700 kg more than 1952 Triumph Mayflower. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 Triumph Mayflower 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 1952 Triumph Mayflower. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Buick Park Avenue (260 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Buick Park Avenue | 1952 Triumph Mayflower | |
Make | Buick | Triumph |
Model | Park Avenue | Mayflower |
Year Released | 1992 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 6.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2140 mm |