2005 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1990 Westfield ZEI
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 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Westfield ZEI 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 25 more horse power than 1990 Westfield ZEI. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1990 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 1036 kg more than 1990 Westfield ZEI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Westfield ZEI 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 Westfield ZEI. 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, 2005 Buick Park Avenue (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Westfield ZEI. (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Westfield ZEI. 2005 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1990 Westfield ZEI has manual transmission. 1990 Westfield ZEI 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 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | Buick | Westfield |
Model | Park Avenue | ZEI |
Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
Engine Size | 3785 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 726 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2340 mm |