1990 Acura Legend vs. 2010 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2010 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Acura Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Acura Legend would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick Park Avenue (251 HP) has 88 more horse power than 1990 Acura Legend. (163 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1990 Acura Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 531 kg more than 1990 Acura Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Buick Park Avenue 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 2010 Buick Park Avenue. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Acura Legend, 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.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Acura Legend | 2010 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Acura | Buick |
Model | Legend | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2700 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 251 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1891 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5175 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1899 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3009 mm |