2005 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1985 Buick Century
To start off, 2005 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Century 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) has 132 more horse power than 1985 Buick Century. (110 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Century.
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) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Century. (197 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Park Avenue | 1985 Buick Century | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | Park Avenue | Century |
Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3785 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 110 HP |
Torque | 380 Nm | 197 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1364 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2662 mm |