1995 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1997 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1997 Lancia Delta is newer by 2 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1997 Lancia Delta. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1997 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 382 kg more than 1997 Lancia Delta. 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 @ 3200 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia Delta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia Delta. 1995 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1997 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1997 Lancia Delta 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 | 1997 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Buick | Lancia |
Model | Park Avenue | Delta |
Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 71.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2550 mm |