1993 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2012 Volvo C30
To start off, 2012 Volvo C30 is newer by 19 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 (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2012 Volvo C30. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo C30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 195 kg more than 2012 Volvo C30. 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 (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo C30. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1993 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo C30. 1993 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2012 Volvo C30 has manual transmission. 2012 Volvo C30 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Buick Park Avenue | 2012 Volvo C30 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | Park Avenue | C30 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1646 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4252 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1448 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |