2005 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1985 Dodge Colt
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 Dodge Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Dodge Colt 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 118 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Colt. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 532 kg more than 1985 Dodge Colt. 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 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Colt. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Park Avenue | 1985 Dodge Colt | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Park Avenue | Colt |
Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2630 mm |