2003 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1989 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 2003 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lancia Dedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lancia Dedra 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) has 117 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Dedra. (88 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 467 kg more than 1989 Lancia Dedra. 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, 2003 Buick Park Avenue (312 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Dedra. (129 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Dedra. 2003 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1989 Lancia Dedra has manual transmission. 1989 Lancia Dedra 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Park Avenue | 1989 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Buick | Lancia |
| Model | Park Avenue | Dedra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 88 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 67.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2550 mm |
