2001 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1984 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, 2001 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac Trans Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac Trans Am would be higher. At 4,998 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 1984 Pontiac Trans Am 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 1984 Pontiac Trans Am. 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. 2001 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1984 Pontiac Trans Am has manual transmission. 1984 Pontiac Trans Am 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 | 1984 Pontiac Trans Am | |
| Make | Buick | Pontiac |
| Model | Park Avenue | Trans Am |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2570 mm |
