2002 Skoda Superb vs. 1992 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2002 Skoda Superb is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Park Avenue (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Superb. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Superb. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 206 kg more than 2002 Skoda Superb. 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, 1992 Buick Park Avenue (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Skoda Superb. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Skoda Superb.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Skoda Superb | 1992 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Skoda | Buick |
| Model | Superb | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1646 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 68 L |
