2000 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1987 Lada 2104
To start off, 2000 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lada 2104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lada 2104 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 134 more horse power than 1987 Lada 2104. (71 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 632 kg more than 1987 Lada 2104. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Lada 2104 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 1987 Lada 2104. 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 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada 2104. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada 2104. 2000 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1987 Lada 2104 has manual transmission. 1987 Lada 2104 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 | 1987 Lada 2104 | |
Make | Buick | Lada |
Model | Park Avenue | 2104 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.9:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |