2005 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1978 Lada 1600
To start off, 2005 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lada 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lada 1600 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 164 more horse power than 1978 Lada 1600. (78 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1978 Lada 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 732 kg more than 1978 Lada 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Lada 1600 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 1978 Lada 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Buick Park Avenue (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lada 1600. (122 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lada 1600. 2005 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1978 Lada 1600 has manual transmission. 1978 Lada 1600 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 | 1978 Lada 1600 | |
| Make | Buick | Lada |
| Model | Park Avenue | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 1568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 39 L |
