2000 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1982 Nissan Bluebird

To start off, 2000 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Bluebird 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 124 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 682 kg more than 1982 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1982 Nissan Bluebird 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 Nissan Bluebird. 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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Bluebird. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Bluebird. 2000 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1982 Nissan Bluebird has manual transmission. 1982 Nissan Bluebird 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 1982 Nissan Bluebird
Make Buick Nissan
Model Park Avenue Bluebird
Year Released 2000 1982
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3789 cc 1595 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 205 HP 81 HP
Torque 312 Nm 121 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1682 kg 1000 kg
Vehicle Length 5260 mm 4360 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2900 mm 2530 mm