2002 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1990 Ginetta G32
To start off, 2002 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ginetta G32. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ginetta G32 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1990 Ginetta G32. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1990 Ginetta G32. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 926 kg more than 1990 Ginetta G32. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Ginetta G32 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 1990 Ginetta G32. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Buick Park Avenue (312 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ginetta G32. (145 Nm). This means 2002 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ginetta G32. 2002 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1990 Ginetta G32 has manual transmission. 1990 Ginetta G32 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Buick Park Avenue | 1990 Ginetta G32 | |
| Make | Buick | Ginetta |
| Model | Park Avenue | G32 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2220 mm |
