1996 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1969 Vauxhall Viscount
To start off, 1996 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Vauxhall Viscount. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Vauxhall Viscount would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 420 kg more than 1969 Vauxhall Viscount.
Because 1969 Vauxhall Viscount is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Vauxhall Viscount. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Buick Park Avenue, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. 1996 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1969 Vauxhall Viscount has manual transmission. 1969 Vauxhall Viscount 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 | 1969 Vauxhall Viscount | |
| Make | Buick | Vauxhall |
| Model | Park Avenue | Viscount |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3798 cc | 2651 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
