1984 Dodge Colt vs. 1993 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1993 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Dodge Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Dodge Colt would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Buick Park Avenue (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1984 Dodge Colt. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1984 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 496 kg more than 1984 Dodge Colt. 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, 1993 Buick Park Avenue (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Dodge Colt. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Dodge Colt | 1993 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Dodge | Buick |
| Model | Colt | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1646 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2820 mm |
