1995 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1970 Saab Sonett III
To start off, 1995 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Saab Sonett III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Saab Sonett III would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Park Avenue (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1970 Saab Sonett III. (64 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1970 Saab Sonett III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 846 kg more than 1970 Saab Sonett III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Buick Park Avenue (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Saab Sonett III. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Saab Sonett III. 1995 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1970 Saab Sonett III has manual transmission. 1970 Saab Sonett III will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick Park Avenue | 1970 Saab Sonett III | |
| Make | Buick | Saab |
| Model | Park Avenue | Sonett III |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 58.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1646 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
