1996 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1941 Willys-Overland Jeep
To start off, 1996 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Willys-Overland Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Willys-Overland Jeep would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP) has 187 more horse power than 1941 Willys-Overland Jeep. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1941 Willys-Overland Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 627 kg more than 1941 Willys-Overland Jeep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1941 Willys-Overland Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1941 Willys-Overland Jeep will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Willys-Overland Jeep. (129 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Willys-Overland Jeep. 1996 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1941 Willys-Overland Jeep has manual transmission. 1941 Willys-Overland Jeep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Park Avenue | 1941 Willys-Overland Jeep | |
| Make | Buick | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Park Avenue | Jeep |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1941 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3798 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1113 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2040 mm |
