1998 Abarth Stola vs. 1995 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1998 Abarth Stola is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Stola (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1995 Buick Park Avenue. (242 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola should accelerate faster than 1995 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 846 kg more than 1998 Abarth Stola.
Because 1998 Abarth Stola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Buick Park Avenue (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Abarth Stola. (345 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Abarth Stola. 1995 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1998 Abarth Stola has manual transmission. 1998 Abarth Stola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Abarth Stola | 1995 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Abarth | Buick |
Model | Stola | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1646 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1460 mm |