1990 Porsche 928 vs. 1997 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1997 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1997 Buick Park Avenue. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 152 kg more than 1990 Porsche 928.
Because 1990 Porsche 928 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 1990 Porsche 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Buick Park Avenue, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Buick Park Avenue. (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Porsche 928 | 1997 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Porsche | Buick |
Model | 928 | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4664 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1682 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |