1996 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1970 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 1996 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1970 TVR Tuscan. (134 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1970 TVR Tuscan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 828 kg more than 1970 TVR Tuscan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 TVR Tuscan 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 1970 TVR Tuscan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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. 1996 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1970 TVR Tuscan has manual transmission. 1970 TVR Tuscan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Park Avenue | 1970 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Buick | TVR |
| Model | Park Avenue | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3798 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
