1990 Rover 400 vs. 2004 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2004 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Rover 400 would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1990 Rover 400. (115 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 665 kg more than 1990 Rover 400. 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, 2004 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover 400. (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover 400. 2004 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1990 Rover 400 has manual transmission. 1990 Rover 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Rover 400 | 2004 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Rover | Buick |
Model | 400 | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2780 mm |