2005 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1987 Alfa Romeo Arna
To start off, 2005 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo Arna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo Arna 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 1987 Alfa Romeo Arna. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo Arna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 912 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo Arna. 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 (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo Arna. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo Arna. 2005 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1987 Alfa Romeo Arna has manual transmission. 1987 Alfa Romeo Arna 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 | 1987 Alfa Romeo Arna | |
Make | Buick | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Park Avenue | Arna |
Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3785 cc | 1185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2430 mm |