2005 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1991 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Accord 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 66 more horse power than 1991 Honda Accord. (176 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 332 kg more than 1991 Honda Accord. 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Accord. (230 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Accord. 2005 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1991 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1991 Honda Accord 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 | 1991 Honda Accord | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Park Avenue | Accord |
Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3785 cc | 2449 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2810 mm |