1992 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1987 Chevrolet Corsica
To start off, 1992 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Corsica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Corsica 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 76 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica. (129 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 426 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica. 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, 1992 Buick Park Avenue (260 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Buick Park Avenue | 1987 Chevrolet Corsica | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Park Avenue | Corsica |
Year Released | 1992 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2844 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2630 mm |