2000 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1983 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2000 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 3,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1983 Ford Ranger. (158 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Ranger.
Because 1983 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Buick Park Avenue | 1983 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Park Avenue | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4690 mm |
