1984 Buick Electra vs. 2009 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 25 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 4,127 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Routan (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1984 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Electra weights approximately 443 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Routan.
Because 1984 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 1984 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Routan, 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, 2009 Volkswagen Routan (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Buick Electra | 2009 Volkswagen Routan | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Electra | Routan |
Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4127 cc | 3796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 78 L |