1998 Rover 75 vs. 1999 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1999 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 75 would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1998 Rover 75. (178 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 315 kg more than 1998 Rover 75. 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, 1999 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 75. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 75. 1999 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1998 Rover 75 has manual transmission. 1998 Rover 75 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Rover 75 | 1999 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Rover | Buick |
Model | 75 | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |