1990 Audi Coupe vs. 2007 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2007 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Park Avenue (251 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1990 Audi Coupe. (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 471 kg more than 1990 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Audi Coupe will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Buick Park Avenue (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi Coupe. (315 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi Coupe. 2007 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1990 Audi Coupe has manual transmission. 1990 Audi Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Audi Coupe | 2007 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Audi | Buick |
Model | Coupe | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2226 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1891 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5175 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1899 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3009 mm |