2005 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1977 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 2005 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lancia Gamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lancia Gamma would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Park Avenue (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Gamma. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Gamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 442 kg more than 1977 Lancia Gamma. 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, 2005 Buick Park Avenue (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Gamma. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Gamma. 2005 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1977 Lancia Gamma has manual transmission. 1977 Lancia Gamma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Park Avenue | 1977 Lancia Gamma | |
| Make | Buick | Lancia |
| Model | Park Avenue | Gamma |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 59 L |
