1992 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 20 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 40 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (165 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 228 kg more 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, 1992 Buick Park Avenue (260 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (230 Nm). This means 1992 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. 1992 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Captiva has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva 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 | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Park Avenue | Captiva |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2384 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 165 HP |
Torque | 260 Nm | 230 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1878 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4673 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1756 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2707 mm |