1996 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1981 Renault 18
To start off, 1996 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 18 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 153 more horse power than 1981 Renault 18. (87 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 18.
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, 1996 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 18. (181 Nm). This means 1996 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Park Avenue | 1981 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Park Avenue | 18 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3798 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 87 HP |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
