2005 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1978 Zastava 2101

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 Zastava 2101. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Zastava 2101 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 180 more horse power than 1978 Zastava 2101. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1978 Zastava 2101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 802 kg more than 1978 Zastava 2101. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1978 Zastava 2101 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 Zastava 2101. 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 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Zastava 2101. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Zastava 2101. 2005 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1978 Zastava 2101 has manual transmission. 1978 Zastava 2101 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.

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