1998 Abarth Monotipo vs. 1996 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1998 Abarth Monotipo is newer by 2 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Monotipo (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1996 Buick Park Avenue. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Monotipo should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 880 kg more than 1998 Abarth Monotipo.
1996 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1998 Abarth Monotipo has manual transmission. 1998 Abarth Monotipo 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.
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1998 Abarth Monotipo | 1996 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Abarth | Buick |
Model | Monotipo | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2780 mm |