1986 Ford Tempo vs. 1998 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1998 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1986 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 635 kg more than 1986 Ford Tempo. 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, 1998 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Tempo. 1998 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1986 Ford Tempo has manual transmission. 1986 Ford Tempo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Tempo | 1998 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Ford | Buick |
Model | Tempo | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 3798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2780 mm |