2000 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1986 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2000 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1986 Ford Ranger. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Ranger.
Because 1986 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, 1986 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. 2000 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1986 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 1986 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Buick Park Avenue | 1986 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Park Avenue | Ranger |
Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |