1989 Avanti Avanti vs. 2002 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2002 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1989 Avanti Avanti. (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1989 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 36 kg more than 1989 Avanti Avanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Avanti Avanti 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 1989 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Avanti Avanti | 2002 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Avanti | Buick |
Model | Avanti | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2780 mm |