1991 Acura Legend vs. 2007 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2007 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Acura Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Acura Legend would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Park Avenue (201 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1991 Acura Legend. (160 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1991 Acura Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 341 kg more than 1991 Acura Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Buick Park Avenue 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 2007 Buick Park Avenue. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Acura Legend, 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, 2007 Buick Park Avenue (265 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Acura Legend. (220 Nm). This means 2007 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Acura Legend. 2007 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1991 Acura Legend has manual transmission. 1991 Acura Legend 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:
1991 Acura Legend | 2007 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Acura | Buick |
Model | Legend | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2673 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 201 HP |
Torque | 220 Nm | 265 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1891 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5175 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1899 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3009 mm |