2004 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1994 Holden Barina
To start off, 2004 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Holden Barina 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 138 more horse power than 1994 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 902 kg more than 1994 Holden Barina. 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 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Barina. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Barina. 2004 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1994 Holden Barina has manual transmission. 1994 Holden Barina 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 | 1994 Holden Barina | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | Park Avenue | Barina |
Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2370 mm |