1995 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2010 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2010 Nissan Cube is newer by 15 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 118 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 331 kg more than 2010 Nissan Cube. 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 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Cube. 1995 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2010 Nissan Cube has manual transmission. 2010 Nissan Cube 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 | 2010 Nissan Cube | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Park Avenue | Cube |
Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1271 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |