1995 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2000 Opel Astra
To start off, 2000 Opel Astra is newer by 5 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 119 more horse power than 2000 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 386 kg more than 2000 Opel Astra. 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Astra. 1995 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2000 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2000 Opel Astra 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 | 2000 Opel Astra | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | Park Avenue | Astra |
Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.2 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1646 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 52 L |