1995 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1987 Volvo 760
To start off, 1995 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Volvo 760 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 134 more horse power than 1987 Volvo 760. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1987 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 256 kg more than 1987 Volvo 760. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Volvo 760 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 1987 Volvo 760. 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Volvo 760. (205 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick Park Avenue | 1987 Volvo 760 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | Park Avenue | 760 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2383 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 380 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 76.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1646 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 82 L |