1992 Alpine A 610 vs. 1995 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1995 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Alpine A 610. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Alpine A 610 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alpine A 610 (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1995 Buick Park Avenue. (242 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 1995 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 232 kg more than 1992 Alpine A 610.
Because 1992 Alpine A 610 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 Alpine A 610. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Buick Park Avenue (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alpine A 610. (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alpine A 610. 1995 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1992 Alpine A 610 has manual transmission. 1992 Alpine A 610 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Alpine A 610 | 1995 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Alpine | Buick |
Model | A 610 | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1992 | 1995 |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1646 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1460 mm |