1995 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1982 Dodge 600
To start off, 1995 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Dodge 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Dodge 600 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 147 more horse power than 1982 Dodge 600. (93 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1982 Dodge 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 412 kg more than 1982 Dodge 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Dodge 600. (179 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Dodge 600.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick Park Avenue | 1982 Dodge 600 | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Park Avenue | 600 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2630 mm |