2008 Audi A4 vs. 1993 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 15 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, 2008 Audi A4 (265 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1993 Buick Park Avenue. (242 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1993 Buick Park Avenue.
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, 2008 Audi A4 (447 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Buick Park Avenue. (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Buick Park Avenue. 1993 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi A4 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:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 1993 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A4 | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
