2002 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1990 Volvo 480
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 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 480 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) has 97 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 480. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 480. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 682 kg more than 1990 Volvo 480. 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, 2002 Buick Park Avenue (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 480. (143 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2002 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 480. 2002 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1990 Volvo 480 has manual transmission. 1990 Volvo 480 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 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Park Avenue | 480 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| 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 | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
