1982 Buick Electra vs. 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1982 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Electra weights approximately 336 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan.
Because 1982 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 1982 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan, 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, 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan (279 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Buick Electra. (278 Nm). This means 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Buick Electra | 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Electra | Eurovan |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4128 cc | 2801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2930 mm |
