2001 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1976 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 2001 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler Centura. (118 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 567 kg more than 1976 Chrysler Centura. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Chrysler Centura 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 1976 Chrysler Centura. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Buick Park Avenue (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler Centura. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler Centura. 2001 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1976 Chrysler Centura has manual transmission. 1976 Chrysler Centura will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Buick Park Avenue | 1976 Chrysler Centura | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Park Avenue | Centura |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2680 mm |
