1995 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1998 Opel Signum
To start off, 1998 Opel Signum is newer by 3 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 67 more horse power than 1998 Opel Signum. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 36 kg more than 1998 Opel Signum. 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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Signum. (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Signum. 1995 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1998 Opel Signum has manual transmission. 1998 Opel Signum 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 | 1998 Opel Signum | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | Park Avenue | Signum |
Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1566 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |