1998 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 1998 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 19 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 65 more horse power than 1988 Renault 19. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 634 kg more than 1988 Renault 19. 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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 19. 1998 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1988 Renault 19 has manual transmission. 1988 Renault 19 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 | 1988 Renault 19 | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Park Avenue | 19 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1052 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2560 mm |