1996 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1993 Honda CRX
To start off, 1996 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda CRX would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1993 Honda CRX. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 690 kg more than 1993 Honda CRX. 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, 1996 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda CRX. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda CRX. 1996 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1993 Honda CRX has manual transmission. 1993 Honda CRX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Park Avenue | 1993 Honda CRX | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Park Avenue | CRX |
Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3798 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |