1993 Plymouth Colt vs. 2008 Buick Park Avenue

To start off, 2008 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Plymouth Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Plymouth Colt would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick Park Avenue (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1993 Plymouth Colt. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1993 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 666 kg more than 1993 Plymouth Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Buick Park Avenue 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 2008 Buick Park Avenue. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Colt, 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, 2008 Buick Park Avenue (265 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Plymouth Colt. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Plymouth Colt.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Plymouth Colt 2008 Buick Park Avenue
Make Plymouth Buick
Model Colt Park Avenue
Year Released 1993 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1833 cc 2792 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 111 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 157 Nm 265 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Vehicle Weight 1225 kg 1891 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 5175 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1899 mm
Vehicle Height 1660 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 3009 mm


 

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