1998 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1986 Holden Astra
To start off, 1998 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Astra 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 135 more horse power than 1986 Holden Astra. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 791 kg more than 1986 Holden Astra. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Buick Park Avenue (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Astra. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Astra. 1998 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1986 Holden Astra has manual transmission. 1986 Holden Astra 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 | 1986 Holden Astra | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | Park Avenue | Astra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2420 mm |
