2004 Volvo S80 vs. 1993 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2004 Volvo S80 is newer by 11 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Buick Park Avenue (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 116 kg more than 2004 Volvo S80. 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 (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S80. (221 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1993 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S80. 1993 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2004 Volvo S80 has manual transmission. 2004 Volvo S80 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volvo S80 | 1993 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Volvo | Buick |
| Model | S80 | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1646 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
