1999 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1989 Volvo 460
To start off, 1999 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 460. (110 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 628 kg more than 1989 Volvo 460. 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, 1999 Buick Park Avenue (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 460. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 460. 1999 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1989 Volvo 460 has manual transmission. 1989 Volvo 460 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Park Avenue | 1989 Volvo 460 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | Park Avenue | 460 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1054 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |