1970 Buick GS vs. 1970 Volkswagen 181
To start off, both 1970 Buick GS and 1970 Volkswagen 181 were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick GS weights approximately 730 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen 181.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick GS | 1970 Volkswagen 181 | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | GS | 181 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
