1979 Buick Electra vs. 1976 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1979 Buick Electra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 4,942 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Electra (138 HP) has 99 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. (39 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Electra weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 1979 Buick Electra (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. (74 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. 1979 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1976 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 1976 Volkswagen Polo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Electra | 1976 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Electra | Polo |
Year Released | 1979 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1043 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 39 HP |
Torque | 320 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |