1994 Ford Probe vs. 2008 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2008 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Probe would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick Park Avenue (251 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1994 Ford Probe. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 655 kg more than 1994 Ford Probe. 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, 1994 Ford Probe, 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 (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Probe. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Probe. 2008 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1994 Ford Probe has manual transmission. 1994 Ford Probe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Probe | 2008 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Ford | Buick |
Model | Probe | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1891 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5175 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1899 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |