2011 Toyota Matrix vs. 1994 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2011 Toyota Matrix is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Matrix. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Matrix.
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, 1994 Buick Park Avenue (260 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Matrix. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Toyota Matrix | 1994 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Toyota | Buick |
Model | Matrix | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2011 | 1994 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1800 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4366 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1765 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1549 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2601 mm | 2820 mm |