2004 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1988 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2004 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1988 Opel Corsa. (73 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 937 kg more than 1988 Opel Corsa. 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, 2004 Buick Park Avenue (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Corsa. (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Corsa. 2004 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1988 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 1988 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Park Avenue | 1988 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | Park Avenue | Corsa |
Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 77.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 73.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2350 mm |