2009 Audi A8 vs. 1992 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1992 Buick Park Avenue. (205 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1992 Buick Park Avenue.
Because 2009 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 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, 2009 Audi A8 (442 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Buick Park Avenue. (260 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A8 | 1992 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Audi | Buick |
Model | A8 | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2820 mm |