2005 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1990 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2005 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 TVR Griffith would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 TVR Griffith (327 HP) has 85 more horse power than 2005 Buick Park Avenue. (242 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 722 kg more than 1990 TVR Griffith.
Because 1990 TVR Griffith 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 1990 TVR Griffith. 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, 1990 TVR Griffith (481 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Park Avenue. (380 Nm). This means 1990 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Park Avenue. 2005 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1990 TVR Griffith has manual transmission. 1990 TVR Griffith 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 | 1990 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Buick | TVR |
| Model | Park Avenue | Griffith |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 327 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2290 mm |
