1970 Audi Super 90 vs. 1996 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1996 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi Super 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi Super 90 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1970 Audi Super 90. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi Super 90.
Because 1970 Audi Super 90 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Audi Super 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Buick Park Avenue, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi Super 90. (149 Nm). This means 1996 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi Super 90. 1996 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1970 Audi Super 90 has manual transmission. 1970 Audi Super 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi Super 90 | 1996 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | Super 90 | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1759 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 96.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.3 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2780 mm |
