1992 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1994 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1994 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1992 Alfa Romeo 75. (103 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1992 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 560 kg more than 1992 Alfa Romeo 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Alfa Romeo 75 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 1992 Alfa Romeo 75. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Buick Park Avenue (260 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alfa Romeo 75. (132 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alfa Romeo 75. 1994 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1992 Alfa Romeo 75 has manual transmission. 1992 Alfa Romeo 75 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1994 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
Model | 75 | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1992 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1569 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2820 mm |