2005 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1990 Fiat Tempra
To start off, 2005 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat Tempra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat Tempra would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Park Avenue (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 582 kg more than 1990 Fiat Tempra. 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, 2005 Buick Park Avenue (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (156 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra. 2005 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1990 Fiat Tempra has manual transmission. 1990 Fiat Tempra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Park Avenue | 1990 Fiat Tempra | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | Park Avenue | Tempra |
Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3785 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2550 mm |