1986 Avanti Avanti vs. 1997 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1997 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1986 Avanti Avanti. (212 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1986 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 120 kg more than 1986 Avanti Avanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Avanti Avanti 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 1986 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1986 Avanti Avanti (400 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Buick Park Avenue. (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Avanti Avanti | 1997 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Avanti | Buick |
Model | Avanti | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1986 | 1997 |
Engine Size | 5001 cc | 3798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2780 mm |