1999 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1998 Plymouth Pronto Cruiser

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 Plymouth Pronto Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Plymouth Pronto Cruiser 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 90 more horse power than 1998 Plymouth Pronto Cruiser. (115 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1998 Plymouth Pronto Cruiser.

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) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Plymouth Pronto Cruiser. (153 Nm). This means 1999 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Plymouth Pronto Cruiser. 1999 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1998 Plymouth Pronto Cruiser has manual transmission. 1998 Plymouth Pronto Cruiser 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 1998 Plymouth Pronto Cruiser
Make Buick Plymouth
Model Park Avenue Pronto Cruiser
Year Released 1999 1998
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3789 cc 1600 cc
Horse Power 205 HP 115 HP
Torque 312 Nm 153 Nm
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Length 5260 mm 4250 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2650 mm


 

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