1981 Buick Estate vs. 2002 Volkswagen Magellan
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Magellan is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Magellan (275 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1981 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Magellan should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick Estate weights approximately 531 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen Magellan.
Because 1981 Buick Estate 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 1981 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Magellan, 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, 1981 Buick Estate (380 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Magellan. (310 Nm). This means 1981 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Magellan.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Buick Estate | 2002 Volkswagen Magellan | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Estate | Magellan |
Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 310 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1349 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2890 mm |