2002 Hyundai HCD-7 vs. 1993 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2002 Hyundai HCD-7 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 4,498 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai HCD-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai HCD-7 (270 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1993 Buick Park Avenue. (205 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai HCD-7 should accelerate faster than 1993 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai HCD-7 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1993 Buick Park Avenue. 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, 1993 Buick Park Avenue (260 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai HCD-7. (180 Nm). This means 1993 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai HCD-7.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Hyundai HCD-7 | 1993 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Hyundai | Buick |
Model | HCD-7 | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4498 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 260 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2820 mm |