2004 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1988 Renault 25
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 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 25 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) has 115 more horse power than 1988 Renault 25. (90 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 25.
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) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 25. (181 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 25. 2004 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1988 Renault 25 has manual transmission. 1988 Renault 25 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 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Park Avenue | 25 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 90 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |
