1986 Peugeot Proxima vs. 1992 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1992 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot Proxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot Proxima would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Park Avenue (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot Proxima. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot Proxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 566 kg more than 1986 Peugeot Proxima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Peugeot Proxima is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot Proxima will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 Buick Park Avenue (380 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot Proxima. (122 Nm). This means 1992 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot Proxima. 1992 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1986 Peugeot Proxima has manual transmission. 1986 Peugeot Proxima will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Peugeot Proxima | 1992 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Peugeot | Buick |
| Model | Proxima | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2850 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1646 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2820 mm |
