1992 Holden Commodore 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 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Holden Commodore would be higher. Both 1992 Holden Commodore and 1994 Buick Park Avenue are equipped with a 3,791 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Buick Park Avenue (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1992 Holden Commodore. (171 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 251 kg more than 1992 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Holden Commodore is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Buick Park Avenue, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Commodore. (288 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Commodore. 1994 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1992 Holden Commodore has manual transmission. 1992 Holden Commodore will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Holden Commodore | 1994 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Holden | Buick |
Model | Commodore | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1992 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1646 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2820 mm |