1995 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2002 Mazda 2
To start off, 2002 Mazda 2 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Buick Park Avenue 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 176 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 2. (66 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 470 kg more than 2002 Mazda 2. 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 2. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick Park Avenue | 2002 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Park Avenue | 2 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 73.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1646 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2500 mm |