1992 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1955 Studebaker Champion
To start off, 1992 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Studebaker Champion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Studebaker Champion 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 (205 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1955 Studebaker Champion. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1955 Studebaker Champion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 275 kg more than 1955 Studebaker Champion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Studebaker Champion 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 1955 Studebaker Champion. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Buick Park Avenue | 1955 Studebaker Champion | |
| Make | Buick | Studebaker |
| Model | Park Avenue | Champion |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3032 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2970 mm |
