1998 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1975 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1998 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Triumph TR7 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1975 Triumph TR7. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1975 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 686 kg more than 1975 Triumph TR7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Triumph TR7 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 1975 Triumph TR7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Buick Park Avenue (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Triumph TR7. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Triumph TR7. 1998 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1975 Triumph TR7 has manual transmission. 1975 Triumph TR7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Park Avenue | 1975 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Buick | Triumph |
| Model | Park Avenue | TR7 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.0:1 |
| 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 | 1686 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
