2003 Honda Z vs. 1994 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2003 Honda Z is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2003 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 690 kg more than 2003 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Buick Park Avenue (260 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Z. 1994 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2003 Honda Z has manual transmission. 2003 Honda Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Z | 1994 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Honda | Buick |
| Model | Z | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 654 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2820 mm |
