1995 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1972 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1995 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Park Avenue (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 189 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. 1995 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1972 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1972 Chevrolet Camaro 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 | 1972 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Park Avenue | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 98.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1646 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
