1993 Ford Versailles vs. 2010 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2010 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Versailles. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Versailles would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick Park Avenue (251 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1993 Ford Versailles. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Versailles.
Because 2010 Buick Park Avenue 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 2010 Buick Park Avenue. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Ford Versailles, 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, 2010 Buick Park Avenue (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Versailles. (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Versailles. 2010 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1993 Ford Versailles has manual transmission. 1993 Ford Versailles will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Versailles | 2010 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Ford | Buick |
Model | Versailles | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5175 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1899 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3009 mm |