1992 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1998 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 1998 Fiat Bravo is newer by 6 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) has 53 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Bravo. (152 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 460 kg more than 1998 Fiat Bravo. 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Bravo. (186 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Bravo. 1992 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1998 Fiat Bravo has manual transmission. 1998 Fiat Bravo 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 | 1998 Fiat Bravo | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | Park Avenue | Bravo |
Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1908 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 152 HP |
Torque | 260 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2670 mm |