1999 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1968 Seat 1500
To start off, 1999 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Seat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Seat 1500 would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1968 Seat 1500. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1968 Seat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 522 kg more than 1968 Seat 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Seat 1500 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 1968 Seat 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Park Avenue | 1968 Seat 1500 | |
Make | Buick | Seat |
Model | Park Avenue | 1500 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1481 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |