1992 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1988 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1992 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Patrol 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 111 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 425 kg more than 1992 Buick Park Avenue.
Because 1988 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Patrol. 1992 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1988 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1988 Nissan Patrol 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 | 1988 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Park Avenue | Patrol |
Year Released | 1992 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2980 mm |