1992 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1996 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1996 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 4 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. Both 1992 Buick Park Avenue and 1996 Ford Thunderbird are equipped with a 3,791 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1996 Ford Thunderbird. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 30 kg more than 1996 Ford Thunderbird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Ford Thunderbird 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 1996 Ford Thunderbird. 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, 1996 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Buick Park Avenue. (260 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Buick Park Avenue | 1996 Ford Thunderbird | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Park Avenue | Thunderbird |
Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 96.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2880 mm |