1988 Dodge Colt vs. 1993 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1993 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Dodge Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 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 (205 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1988 Dodge Colt. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1988 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 498 kg more than 1988 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 (260 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 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 1988 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Colt | 1993 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Dodge | Buick |
| Model | Colt | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1988 | 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 | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2820 mm |
