1992 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1994 Volvo 440
To start off, 1994 Volvo 440 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Buick Park Avenue 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 87 more horse power than 1994 Volvo 440. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1994 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 560 kg more than 1994 Volvo 440. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volvo 440. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volvo 440. 1992 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1994 Volvo 440 has manual transmission. 1994 Volvo 440 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 | 1994 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Park Avenue | 440 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2650 mm |
