1995 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1984 Renault 18
To start off, 1995 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 18 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1984 Renault 18. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 511 kg more than 1984 Renault 18. 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 18. (164 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick Park Avenue | 1984 Renault 18 | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Park Avenue | 18 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1646 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |