1995 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1982 Volkswagen Iltis
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 Volkswagen Iltis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volkswagen Iltis would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Park Avenue (242 HP) has 168 more horse power than 1982 Volkswagen Iltis. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1982 Volkswagen Iltis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 346 kg more than 1982 Volkswagen Iltis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Volkswagen Iltis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Volkswagen Iltis will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volkswagen Iltis. (136 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volkswagen Iltis. 1995 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1982 Volkswagen Iltis has manual transmission. 1982 Volkswagen Iltis 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 | 1982 Volkswagen Iltis | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Park Avenue | Iltis |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1646 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2110 mm |
