2002 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1992 Ford Falcon

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 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1992 Ford Falcon. (198 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 182 kg more than 1992 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1992 Ford Falcon 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 1992 Ford Falcon. 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, 1992 Ford Falcon (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Buick Park Avenue. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Buick Park Avenue. 2002 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1992 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 1992 Ford Falcon 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 1992 Ford Falcon
Make Buick Ford
Model Park Avenue Falcon
Year Released 2002 1992
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 3984 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 205 HP 198 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 312 Nm 348 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1682 kg 1500 kg
Vehicle Length 5260 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2900 mm 2800 mm


 

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