1995 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1996 Mini MK VII
To start off, 1996 Mini MK VII 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 146 more horse power than 1996 Mini MK VII. (96 HP @ 6130 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1996 Mini MK VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 911 kg more than 1996 Mini MK VII. 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 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mini MK VII. (115 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mini MK VII.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick Park Avenue | 1996 Mini MK VII | |
| Make | Buick | Mini |
| Model | Park Avenue | MK VII |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6130 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1646 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2040 mm |
