2007 Volvo S80 vs. 1992 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2007 Volvo S80 is newer by 15 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Park Avenue (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S80. (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 65 kg more than 2007 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, 1992 Buick Park Avenue (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S80. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volvo S80 | 1992 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Volvo | Buick |
Model | S80 | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3192 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1581 kg | 1646 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |