1999 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1995 Ford Tracer
To start off, 1999 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Tracer 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) has 138 more horse power than 1995 Ford Tracer. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 717 kg more than 1995 Ford Tracer. 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 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Tracer. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Tracer. 1999 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1995 Ford Tracer has manual transmission. 1995 Ford Tracer 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:
1999 Buick Park Avenue | 1995 Ford Tracer | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Park Avenue | Tracer |
Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 312 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |