1998 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1986 Porsche 928
To start off, 1998 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 928 (288 HP) has 83 more horse power than 1998 Buick Park Avenue. (205 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Park Avenue.
Because 1986 Porsche 928 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 1986 Porsche 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1986 Porsche 928 (410 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Park Avenue. (312 Nm). This means 1986 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Park Avenue. 1998 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1986 Porsche 928 has manual transmission. 1986 Porsche 928 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Park Avenue | 1986 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Park Avenue | 928 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1986 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2957 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 288 HP |
Torque | 312 Nm | 410 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2500 mm |