1996 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1982 Chrysler E
To start off, 1996 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chrysler E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chrysler E 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1982 Chrysler E. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1982 Chrysler E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 495 kg more than 1982 Chrysler E. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chrysler E. (228 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chrysler E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Park Avenue | 1982 Chrysler E | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Park Avenue | E |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3798 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2630 mm |
