1992 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1999 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1999 Lotus Esprit is newer by 7 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, 1999 Lotus Esprit (350 HP) has 145 more horse power than 1992 Buick Park Avenue. (205 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1992 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 272 kg more than 1999 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1999 Lotus Esprit 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 1999 Lotus Esprit. 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, 1999 Lotus Esprit (400 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Buick Park Avenue. (260 Nm). This means 1999 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Buick Park Avenue. 1992 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1999 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1999 Lotus Esprit 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 | 1999 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Buick | Lotus |
Model | Park Avenue | Esprit |
Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 350 HP |
Torque | 260 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1378 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2440 mm |