1992 Ford Escort vs. 1994 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1994 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Buick Park Avenue (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (88 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 551 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort. 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, 1994 Buick Park Avenue (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Escort | 1994 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Ford | Buick |
Model | Escort | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1992 | 1994 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1646 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2820 mm |