2004 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1965 MG 1100
To start off, 2004 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 MG 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 MG 1100 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1965 MG 1100. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1965 MG 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 857 kg more than 1965 MG 1100. 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, 2004 Buick Park Avenue (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 MG 1100. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 MG 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Park Avenue | 1965 MG 1100 | |
| Make | Buick | MG |
| Model | Park Avenue | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2380 mm |
