1992 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1962 Renault Caravelle
To start off, 1992 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Renault Caravelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Renault Caravelle would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1962 Renault Caravelle. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1962 Renault Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 888 kg more than 1962 Renault Caravelle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Renault Caravelle 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 1962 Renault Caravelle. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Buick Park Avenue (260 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Renault Caravelle. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Renault Caravelle. 1992 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1962 Renault Caravelle has manual transmission. 1962 Renault Caravelle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Buick Park Avenue | 1962 Renault Caravelle | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Park Avenue | Caravelle |
Year Released | 1992 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 59 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2270 mm |