1989 Audi Coupe vs. 1996 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1996 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi Coupe 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 106 more horse power than 1989 Audi Coupe. (134 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 590 kg more than 1989 Audi Coupe. 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, 1996 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi Coupe. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi Coupe. 1996 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1989 Audi Coupe has manual transmission. 1989 Audi Coupe 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:
| 1989 Audi Coupe | 1996 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | Coupe | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 96.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
