1996 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1991 Dodge Colt
To start off, 1996 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Dodge Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Dodge Colt 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 149 more horse power than 1991 Dodge Colt. (91 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1991 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 760 kg more than 1991 Dodge Colt. 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 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Dodge Colt. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Park Avenue | 1991 Dodge Colt | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Park Avenue | Colt |
Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2400 mm |