1983 Buick Electra vs. 1995 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Caravelle. (108 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Buick Electra weights approximately 50 kg more than 1995 Volkswagen Caravelle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Buick Electra (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Caravelle. (190 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1983 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Buick Electra | 1995 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Electra | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1640 kg |
