1999 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1982 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1999 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Thunderbird 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 118 more horse power than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. (87 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 246 kg more than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Ford Thunderbird 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 1982 Ford Thunderbird. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Buick Park Avenue (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. (209 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Park Avenue | 1982 Ford Thunderbird | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Park Avenue | Thunderbird |
Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1436 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |