1995 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1998 ZAZ Wagon
To start off, 1998 ZAZ Wagon 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 3,791 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 191 more horse power than 1998 ZAZ Wagon. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1998 ZAZ Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 901 kg more than 1998 ZAZ Wagon. 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. 1995 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1998 ZAZ Wagon has manual transmission. 1998 ZAZ Wagon 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 ZAZ Wagon | |
| Make | Buick | ZAZ |
| Model | Park Avenue | Wagon |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1646 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2330 mm |
