2000 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1983 Dodge Daytona
To start off, 2000 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Dodge Daytona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Dodge Daytona 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Daytona. (143 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 397 kg more than 1983 Dodge Daytona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Daytona. (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Daytona.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Buick Park Avenue | 1983 Dodge Daytona | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Park Avenue | Daytona |
Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2212 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 49 L |