1982 Buick Electra vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran

To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 26 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, 1982 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Electra weights approximately 117 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2008 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 1982 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1982 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. 1982 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Touran has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Touran will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1982 Buick Electra 2008 Volkswagen Touran
Make Buick Volkswagen
Model Electra Touran
Year Released 1982 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4128 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 123 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 278 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 100.7 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 95.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1690 kg 1573 kg
Vehicle Length 5650 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1970 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1660 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 60 L


 

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