1992 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2011 Renault Megane
To start off, 2011 Renault Megane is newer by 19 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, 2011 Renault Megane (227 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1992 Buick Park Avenue. (205 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1992 Buick Park Avenue.
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, 2011 Renault Megane (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Buick Park Avenue. (260 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Megane 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 2011 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2011 Renault Megane 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 | 2011 Renault Megane | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Park Avenue | Megane |
Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2630 mm |