1990 Peugeot 309 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 Peugeot 309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Peugeot 309 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 152 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 309. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 800 kg more than 1990 Peugeot 309. 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, 1993 Buick Park Avenue (260 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 309. (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 309. 1993 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1990 Peugeot 309 has manual transmission. 1990 Peugeot 309 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Peugeot 309 | 1993 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Peugeot | Buick |
| Model | 309 | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2820 mm |
