1995 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1986 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 1995 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 4,087 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Park Avenue (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1986 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1986 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 106 kg more than 1986 Cadillac DeVille. 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Cadillac DeVille. (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick Park Avenue | 1986 Cadillac DeVille | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Park Avenue | DeVille |
Year Released | 1995 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4087 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1646 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2820 mm |