1984 Buick Electra vs. 2006 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 734 kg more than 1984 Buick Electra.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1984 Buick Electra (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan. 1984 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Multivan has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Multivan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Buick Electra | 2006 Volkswagen Multivan | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Electra | Multivan |
Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2184 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3010 mm |