2002 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1992 Chrysler Le Baron
To start off, 2002 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chrysler Le Baron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chrysler Le Baron 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 53 more horse power than 1992 Chrysler Le Baron. (152 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1992 Chrysler Le Baron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 338 kg more than 1992 Chrysler Le Baron. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chrysler Le Baron. (285 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chrysler Le Baron.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Buick Park Avenue | 1992 Chrysler Le Baron | |
Make | Buick | Chrysler |
Model | Park Avenue | Le Baron |
Year Released | 2002 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 104 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 7.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2560 mm |