2003 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1974 Zastava 2101

To start off, 2003 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Zastava 2101. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Zastava 2101 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1974 Zastava 2101. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1974 Zastava 2101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 722 kg more than 1974 Zastava 2101. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1974 Zastava 2101 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 1974 Zastava 2101. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Buick Park Avenue (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Zastava 2101. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Zastava 2101. 2003 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1974 Zastava 2101 has manual transmission. 1974 Zastava 2101 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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