2004 GMC Safari vs. 1992 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 12 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Park Avenue (242 HP) has 52 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 309 kg more than 1992 Buick Park Avenue.
Because 2004 GMC Safari 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 2004 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Buick Park Avenue (380 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 1992 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2004 GMC Safari | 1992 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | GMC | Buick |
Model | Safari | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 242 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 380 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1646 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 68 L |