2004 Mazda 2 vs. 1994 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2004 Mazda 2 is newer by 10 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 (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 2. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 2 weights approximately 142 kg more than 1994 Buick Park Avenue.
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, 1994 Buick Park Avenue (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 2. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 2. 1994 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2004 Mazda 2 has manual transmission. 2004 Mazda 2 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:
| 2004 Mazda 2 | 1994 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Mazda | Buick |
| Model | 2 | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1646 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |
