1992 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2002 Honda Civic
To start off, 2002 Honda Civic is newer by 10 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 78 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 536 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic. 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) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (153 Nm). This means 1992 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic. 1992 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2002 Honda Civic 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 | 2002 Honda Civic | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Park Avenue | Civic |
Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1667 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 153 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1114 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2750 mm |