1995 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1992 Volvo 245
To start off, 1995 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volvo 245 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Park Avenue (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1992 Volvo 245. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1992 Volvo 245.
Because 1992 Volvo 245 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 Volvo 245. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Buick Park Avenue (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volvo 245. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volvo 245. 1995 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1992 Volvo 245 has manual transmission. 1992 Volvo 245 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick Park Avenue | 1992 Volvo 245 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | Park Avenue | 245 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2660 mm |