1981 Buick Estate vs. 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 26 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1981 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 486 kg more than 1981 Buick Estate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton (550 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick Estate. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Buick Estate | 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Estate | Phaeton |
Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 90.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2366 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3010 mm |