1990 Chrysler TC vs. 1993 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1993 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chrysler TC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chrysler TC would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1990 Chrysler TC. (174 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1990 Chrysler TC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 176 kg more than 1990 Chrysler TC. 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, 1990 Chrysler TC (271 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Buick Park Avenue. (260 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1990 Chrysler TC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chrysler TC | 1993 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Chrysler | Buick |
| Model | TC | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2820 mm |
