2000 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1972 Zastava 1300

To start off, 2000 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Zastava 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Zastava 1300 would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP) has 152 more horse power than 1972 Zastava 1300. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1972 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 702 kg more than 1972 Zastava 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1972 Zastava 1300 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 1972 Zastava 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Buick Park Avenue (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Zastava 1300. 2000 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1972 Zastava 1300 has manual transmission. 1972 Zastava 1300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Buick Park Avenue 1972 Zastava 1300
Make Buick Zastava
Model Park Avenue 1300
Year Released 2000 1972
Engine Size 3789 cc 1295 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 205 HP 53 HP
Torque 312 Nm 93 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1682 kg 980 kg
Vehicle Length 5260 mm 4040 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1550 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2900 mm 2430 mm