2005 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1982 Porsche 944
To start off, 2005 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Porsche 944 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 91 more horse power than 1982 Porsche 944. (151 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1982 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 417 kg more than 1982 Porsche 944. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Porsche 944 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 1982 Porsche 944. 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Porsche 944. 2005 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1982 Porsche 944 has manual transmission. 1982 Porsche 944 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 | 1982 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Park Avenue | 944 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |
