1995 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1996 Chrysler Neon
To start off, 1996 Chrysler Neon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Buick Park Avenue 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 111 more horse power than 1996 Chrysler Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1996 Chrysler Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 537 kg more than 1996 Chrysler Neon. 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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chrysler Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chrysler Neon. 1995 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1996 Chrysler Neon has manual transmission. 1996 Chrysler Neon 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 | 1996 Chrysler Neon | |
Make | Buick | Chrysler |
Model | Park Avenue | Neon |
Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1646 kg | 1109 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2650 mm |