1983 Buick Electra vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 24 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 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (360 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1983 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick Electra.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Touareg (850 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 571 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Buick Electra. (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Buick Electra | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Electra | Touareg |
Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 850 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |