2003 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1985 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2003 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Morgan Plus 4 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 85 more horse power than 1985 Morgan Plus 4. (120 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1985 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 762 kg more than 1985 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Morgan Plus 4 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 1985 Morgan Plus 4. 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. 2003 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1985 Morgan Plus 4 has manual transmission. 1985 Morgan Plus 4 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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2003 Buick Park Avenue | 1985 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Buick | Morgan |
Model | Park Avenue | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2500 mm |