2005 Opel Astra vs. 1994 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2005 Opel Astra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Buick Park Avenue (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (130 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 543 kg more than 2005 Opel Astra. 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, 1994 Buick Park Avenue (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (166 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra. 1994 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2005 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2005 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Astra | 1994 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Opel | Buick |
| Model | Astra | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3791 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1103 kg | 1646 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 68 L |
