1996 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1999 Nissan R 391
To start off, 1999 Nissan R 391 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Nissan R 391 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1999 Nissan R 391. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan R 391.
Because 1999 Nissan R 391 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 1999 Nissan R 391. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan R 391. (359 Nm). This means 1996 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan R 391.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Park Avenue | 1999 Nissan R 391 | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Park Avenue | R 391 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3798 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
