1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1997 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1997 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 895 kg more than 1989 Fiat Uno. 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, 1997 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno. 1997 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1989 Fiat Uno has manual transmission. 1989 Fiat Uno will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Fiat Uno | 1997 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Fiat | Buick |
Model | Uno | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 3798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2780 mm |