1975 Porsche 930 vs. 1994 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1994 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 930 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1994 Buick Park Avenue. (242 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1994 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 506 kg more than 1975 Porsche 930.
Because 1975 Porsche 930 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 1975 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Buick Park Avenue (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Porsche 930. (351 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Porsche 930. 1994 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1975 Porsche 930 has manual transmission. 1975 Porsche 930 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:
1975 Porsche 930 | 1994 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Porsche | Buick |
Model | 930 | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1975 | 1994 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1646 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2820 mm |