1999 Chrysler Viper vs. 1998 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1999 Chrysler Viper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1998 Buick Park Avenue. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 150 kg more than 1999 Chrysler Viper.
Because 1999 Chrysler Viper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Chrysler Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Buick Park Avenue, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Park Avenue. (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Park Avenue. 1998 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1999 Chrysler Viper has manual transmission. 1999 Chrysler Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chrysler Viper | 1998 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Chrysler | Buick |
| Model | Viper | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 3798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2780 mm |
