1996 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1988 Buick Skyhawk
To start off, 1996 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Skyhawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Skyhawk 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 151 more horse power than 1988 Buick Skyhawk. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Skyhawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 660 kg more than 1988 Buick Skyhawk. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Park Avenue | 1988 Buick Skyhawk | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Park Avenue | Skyhawk |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3798 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2580 mm |
