1983 Buick Electra vs. 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van is newer by 23 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) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Buick Electra. (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Buick Electra. 1983 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Buick Electra | 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Electra | LT 35 HR Panel Van |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2500 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |
