1976 Buick Electra vs. 2012 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Electra would be higher. At 6,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Routan (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1976 Buick Electra. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 233 kg more than 1976 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Buick Electra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Routan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Buick Electra (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Routan. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Routan.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Electra | 2012 Volkswagen Routan | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Electra | Routan |
Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 2038 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3078 mm |