1996 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1983 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1996 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volkswagen Polo 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) has 201 more horse power than 1983 Volkswagen Polo. (39 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1983 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 1058 kg more than 1983 Volkswagen Polo. 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volkswagen Polo. (74 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volkswagen Polo. 1996 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1983 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 1983 Volkswagen Polo 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 | 1983 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Park Avenue | Polo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 39 HP |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 59 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
