2005 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1983 Ford Meteor
To start off, 2005 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1983 Ford Meteor. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Meteor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 797 kg more than 1983 Ford Meteor. 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 (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Meteor. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Meteor. 2005 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1983 Ford Meteor has manual transmission. 1983 Ford Meteor 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 | 1983 Ford Meteor | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Park Avenue | Meteor |
Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2370 mm |