1996 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2001 ZAZ Wagon
To start off, 2001 ZAZ Wagon is newer by 5 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 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 189 more horse power than 2001 ZAZ Wagon. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2001 ZAZ Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 995 kg more than 2001 ZAZ Wagon. 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. 1996 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2001 ZAZ Wagon has manual transmission. 2001 ZAZ Wagon 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 | 2001 ZAZ Wagon | |
| Make | Buick | ZAZ |
| Model | Park Avenue | Wagon |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3798 cc | 1091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2330 mm |
