1996 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1978 Simca 2 Litres
To start off, 1996 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Simca 2 Litres. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Simca 2 Litres 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 615 kg more than 1978 Simca 2 Litres.
Because 1978 Simca 2 Litres 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 1978 Simca 2 Litres. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Park Avenue | 1978 Simca 2 Litres | |
| Make | Buick | Simca |
| Model | Park Avenue | 2 Litres |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3798 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2670 mm |
