1995 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1971 Humber Sceptre
To start off, 1995 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Humber Sceptre 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 160 more horse power than 1971 Humber Sceptre. (82 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1971 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 654 kg more than 1971 Humber Sceptre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Humber Sceptre 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 1971 Humber Sceptre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Buick Park Avenue (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick Park Avenue | 1971 Humber Sceptre | |
Make | Buick | Humber |
Model | Park Avenue | Sceptre |
Year Released | 1995 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1725 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1646 kg | 992 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |