1995 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1969 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 1995 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (156 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 107 kg more than 1969 Dodge Challenger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Dodge Challenger 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 1969 Dodge Challenger. 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick Park Avenue | 1969 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Park Avenue | Challenger |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 5208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
