2004 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1989 Mazda 929
To start off, 2004 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mazda 929 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 95 more horse power than 1989 Mazda 929. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 337 kg more than 1989 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Mazda 929 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Buick Park Avenue, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda 929. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda 929. 2004 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1989 Mazda 929 has manual transmission. 1989 Mazda 929 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 | 1989 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Park Avenue | 929 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2720 mm |
