1991 Audi V8 vs. 1992 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1992 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi V8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi V8 (280 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1992 Buick Park Avenue. (205 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1992 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi V8 weights approximately 62 kg more than 1992 Buick Park Avenue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi V8 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. Let's talk about torque, 1991 Audi V8 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Buick Park Avenue. (260 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1991 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Buick Park Avenue.
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1991 Audi V8 | 1992 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Audi | Buick |
Model | V8 | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1991 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2820 mm |