1980 Buick Electra vs. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 30 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 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Electra weights approximately 392 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Because 1980 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 1980 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco, 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, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick Electra | 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Electra | Scirocco |
Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4256 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1404 mm |