1977 Buick Electra vs. 1989 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1989 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volkswagen Golf (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1977 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Electra weights approximately 995 kg more than 1989 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1989 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Golf 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, 1977 Buick Electra (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volkswagen Golf. (252 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volkswagen Golf. 1977 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1989 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 1989 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1977 Buick Electra | 1989 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Electra | Golf |
Year Released | 1977 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2480 mm |