2009 Audi A4 vs. 1992 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 17 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 (205 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 130 kg more than 2009 Audi A4. 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, 2009 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Buick Park Avenue. (260 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Buick Park Avenue. 1992 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 1992 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A4 | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2820 mm |
