1999 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1982 Chrysler E
To start off, 1999 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chrysler E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chrysler E would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1982 Chrysler E. (93 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1982 Chrysler E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 476 kg more than 1982 Chrysler E. 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 (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chrysler E. (179 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chrysler E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Park Avenue | 1982 Chrysler E | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Park Avenue | E |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
