1996 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1985 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 1996 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 TVR Tasmin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 TVR Tasmin 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 44 more horse power than 1985 TVR Tasmin. (196 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1985 TVR Tasmin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 620 kg more than 1985 TVR Tasmin. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 TVR Tasmin 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 1985 TVR Tasmin. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 TVR Tasmin. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 TVR Tasmin. 1996 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1985 TVR Tasmin has manual transmission. 1985 TVR Tasmin 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 | 1985 TVR Tasmin | |
Make | Buick | TVR |
Model | Park Avenue | Tasmin |
Year Released | 1996 | 1985 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3798 cc | 3528 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 71.1 mm |
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 | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2390 mm |