1999 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1990 Chevrolet APV
To start off, 1999 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet APV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet APV 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 86 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet APV. (119 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 92 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet APV. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet APV. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet APV.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Park Avenue | 1990 Chevrolet APV | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Park Avenue | APV |
Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2800 mm |