2001 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1992 Renault 19
To start off, 2001 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault 19 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1992 Renault 19. (110 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 597 kg more than 1992 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, 2001 Buick Park Avenue (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 19. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 19. 2001 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1992 Renault 19 has manual transmission. 1992 Renault 19 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Buick Park Avenue | 1992 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Park Avenue | 19 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1794 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 | 313 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
