1998 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1964 Renault 8
To start off, 1998 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault 8 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1964 Renault 8. (95 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 833 kg more than 1964 Renault 8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Renault 8 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 1964 Renault 8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Buick Park Avenue (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault 8. (99 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault 8. 1998 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1964 Renault 8 has manual transmission. 1964 Renault 8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Park Avenue | 1964 Renault 8 | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Park Avenue | 8 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 72 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 853 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2280 mm |