1977 Buick Electra vs. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 23 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, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle (221 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1977 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Electra weights approximately 270 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle.
Because 2000 Volkswagen Beetle 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, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. 1977 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2000 Volkswagen Beetle has manual transmission. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Electra | 2000 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Electra | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2520 mm |
