2005 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1992 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2005 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lancia Delta 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 34 more horse power than 1992 Lancia Delta. (208 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1992 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 460 kg more than 1992 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Lancia Delta 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, 2005 Buick Park Avenue (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lancia Delta. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lancia Delta. 2005 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1992 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1992 Lancia Delta 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 | 1992 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Buick | Lancia |
| Model | Park Avenue | Delta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| 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 | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |
