2003 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1991 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2003 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan Terrano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan Terrano would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Terrano. (146 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 73 kg more than 2003 Buick Park Avenue.
Because 1991 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Terrano will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Buick Park Avenue (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Terrano. (244 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Terrano. 2003 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1991 Nissan Terrano has manual transmission. 1991 Nissan Terrano will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Park Avenue | 1991 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Park Avenue | Terrano |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |
