1996 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1987 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1996 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mercury Cougar 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 260 kg more than 1987 Mercury Cougar.
Because 1987 Mercury Cougar 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 1987 Mercury Cougar. 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 | 1987 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Buick | Mercury |
| Model | Park Avenue | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3798 cc | 2300 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 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2650 mm |
