1983 Buick Skyhawk vs. 2008 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2008 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Buick Skyhawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Buick Skyhawk would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick Park Avenue (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1983 Buick Skyhawk. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick Skyhawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 811 kg more than 1983 Buick Skyhawk. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Buick Park Avenue 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 2008 Buick Park Avenue. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Buick Skyhawk, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Buick Skyhawk | 2008 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Skyhawk | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1891 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5175 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1899 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3009 mm |
