2000 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1986 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 2000 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Hyundai Pony 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 142 more horse power than 1986 Hyundai Pony. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1986 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 772 kg more than 1986 Hyundai Pony. 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. 2000 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1986 Hyundai Pony has manual transmission. 1986 Hyundai Pony 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 | 1986 Hyundai Pony | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | Park Avenue | Pony |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2390 mm |
