1992 Mazda 626 vs. 1992 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, both 1992 Mazda 626 and 1992 Buick Park Avenue were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Park Avenue (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1992 Mazda 626. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1992 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 362 kg more than 1992 Mazda 626. 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, 1992 Buick Park Avenue (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda 626. (221 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda 626. 1992 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1992 Mazda 626 has manual transmission. 1992 Mazda 626 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 Mazda 626 | 1992 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Mazda | Buick |
Model | 626 | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1646 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2820 mm |