2000 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1987 Mazda MX-6
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 Mazda MX-6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda MX-6 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 60 more horse power than 1987 Mazda MX-6. (145 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda MX-6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 444 kg more than 1987 Mazda MX-6. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda MX-6. (257 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda MX-6. 2000 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1987 Mazda MX-6 has manual transmission. 1987 Mazda MX-6 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 Mazda MX-6 | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Park Avenue | MX-6 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2182 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1238 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2520 mm |