2002 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1992 Morgan 4

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 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Morgan 4 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 100 more horse power than 1992 Morgan 4. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1992 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 817 kg more than 1992 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1992 Morgan 4 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 Morgan 4. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Morgan 4. 2002 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1992 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1992 Morgan 4 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 Morgan 4
Make Buick Morgan
Model Park Avenue 4
Year Released 2002 1992
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 205 HP 105 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 312 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1682 kg 865 kg
Vehicle Length 5260 mm 4020 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1510 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2900 mm 2450 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 50 L


 

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