1996 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1985 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1996 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Tempo 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 140 more horse power than 1985 Ford Tempo. (100 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 595 kg more than 1985 Ford Tempo. 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 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Tempo. 1996 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1985 Ford Tempo has manual transmission. 1985 Ford Tempo 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 | 1985 Ford Tempo | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Park Avenue | Tempo |
Year Released | 1996 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2307 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2540 mm |