1992 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 16 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan (240 HP) has 35 more horse power than 1992 Buick Park Avenue. (205 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan 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 290 kg more than 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan.
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, 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan (343 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Buick Park Avenue. (260 Nm). This means 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan 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 | 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Park Avenue | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 240 HP |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3090 mm |
