1995 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1968 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1995 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1968 Opel Commodore. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 426 kg more than 1968 Opel Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Opel Commodore 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 1968 Opel Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Buick Park Avenue (380 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Commodore. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Commodore. 1995 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1968 Opel Commodore has manual transmission. 1968 Opel Commodore will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick Park Avenue | 1968 Opel Commodore | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | Park Avenue | Commodore |
Year Released | 1995 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2239 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |