1998 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1991 Chrysler ES
To start off, 1998 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chrysler ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chrysler ES 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 112 more horse power than 1991 Chrysler ES. (93 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1991 Chrysler ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 541 kg more than 1991 Chrysler ES. 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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chrysler ES. (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chrysler ES.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Park Avenue | 1991 Chrysler ES | |
Make | Buick | Chrysler |
Model | Park Avenue | ES |
Year Released | 1998 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2212 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2470 mm |