1999 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1993 Renault 19
To start off, 1999 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault 19 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 125 more horse power than 1993 Renault 19. (80 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 742 kg more than 1993 Renault 19. 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault 19. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault 19. 1999 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1993 Renault 19 has manual transmission. 1993 Renault 19 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 | 1993 Renault 19 | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Park Avenue | 19 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 75.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |