2004 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1985 Nissan AZ-1
To start off, 2004 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan AZ-1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan AZ-1 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) has 10 more horse power than 1985 Nissan AZ-1. (195 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan AZ-1.
Because 1985 Nissan AZ-1 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Nissan AZ-1 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, 2004 Buick Park Avenue (312 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan AZ-1. (277 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan AZ-1. 2004 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1985 Nissan AZ-1 has manual transmission. 1985 Nissan AZ-1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Park Avenue | 1985 Nissan AZ-1 | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Park Avenue | AZ-1 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 195 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2440 mm |
