1977 Buick Estate vs. 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1977 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Estate.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 Estate (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle. (316 Nm @ 2950 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle. 1977 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Estate | 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Estate | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3010 mm |
