2002 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1992 Porsche 968
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 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 968 (241 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2002 Buick Park Avenue. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2002 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 282 kg more than 1992 Porsche 968.
Because 1992 Porsche 968 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 Porsche 968. 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2002 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 968. 2002 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1992 Porsche 968 has manual transmission. 1992 Porsche 968 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 Porsche 968 | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Park Avenue | 968 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 104 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 92 L |