1980 Buick Electra vs. 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,032 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle (173 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Electra weights approximately 355 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Buick Electra. 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, 1980 Buick Electra (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick Electra | 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Electra | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 2460 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3010 mm |
