2003 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1994 Rover 100
To start off, 2003 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 100 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 146 more horse power than 1994 Rover 100. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 798 kg more than 1994 Rover 100. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 100. (90 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 100. 2003 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1994 Rover 100 has manual transmission. 1994 Rover 100 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 | 1994 Rover 100 | |
Make | Buick | Rover |
Model | Park Avenue | 100 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1113 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 312 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 63 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 884 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |