2001 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1997 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2001 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lancia Delta 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 103 more horse power than 1997 Lancia Delta. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1997 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 552 kg more than 1997 Lancia Delta. 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 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia Delta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia Delta. 2001 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1997 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1997 Lancia Delta 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 | 1997 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Buick | Lancia |
Model | Park Avenue | Delta |
Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1579 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 71.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2550 mm |