1996 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 1996 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 980 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. 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. 1996 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco has manual transmission. 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 | 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Park Avenue | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
