1998 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1988 Volkswagen Golf
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 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volkswagen Golf 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 48 more horse power than 1988 Volkswagen Golf. (157 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1988 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 491 kg more than 1988 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Volkswagen Golf 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, 1998 Buick Park Avenue (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volkswagen Golf. (225 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volkswagen Golf. 1998 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1988 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 1988 Volkswagen Golf 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.
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1998 Buick Park Avenue | 1988 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Park Avenue | Golf |
Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
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 | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |