1995 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1995 Ford Mustang

To start off, both 1995 Buick Park Avenue and 1995 Ford Mustang were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Park Avenue (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1995 Ford Mustang. (212 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 176 kg more than 1995 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1995 Ford Mustang 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 1995 Ford Mustang. 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. 1995 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1995 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1995 Ford Mustang 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 1995 Ford Mustang
Make Buick Ford
Model Park Avenue Mustang
Year Released 1995 1995
Body Type Sedan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 4942 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 242 HP 212 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1646 kg 1470 kg
Vehicle Length 5240 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2820 mm 2580 mm


 

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