2001 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1985 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2001 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Sunny 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) has 131 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 822 kg more than 1985 Nissan Sunny. 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, 2001 Buick Park Avenue (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Buick Park Avenue | 1985 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Park Avenue | Sunny |
Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 313 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2410 mm |