2001 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1978 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2001 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda RX-7 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 100 more horse power than 1978 Mazda RX-7. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 622 kg more than 1978 Mazda RX-7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Mazda RX-7 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 1978 Mazda RX-7. 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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda RX-7. 2001 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1978 Mazda RX-7 has manual transmission. 1978 Mazda RX-7 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 | 1978 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Park Avenue | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
