1993 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2010 Renault Thalia

To start off, 2010 Renault Thalia is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP) has 101 more horse power than 2010 Renault Thalia. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 650 kg more than 2010 Renault Thalia. 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, 1993 Buick Park Avenue (260 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Thalia. (148 Nm). This means 1993 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Thalia.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Buick Park Avenue 2010 Renault Thalia
Make Buick Renault
Model Park Avenue Thalia
Year Released 1993 2010
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 205 HP 104 HP
Torque 260 Nm 148 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1650 kg 1000 kg
Vehicle Length 5220 mm 4261 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1639 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1439 mm
Wheelbase Size 2820 mm 2473 mm


 

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