1978 Buick Electra vs. 1974 Volkswagen SP
To start off, 1978 Buick Electra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen SP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen SP would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick Electra (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen SP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Electra weights approximately 895 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen SP. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Buick Electra (381 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen SP.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Electra | 1974 Volkswagen SP | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Electra | SP |
Year Released | 1978 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |