1984 Buick Electra vs. 2010 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 26 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, 1984 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Eos. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Electra weights approximately 185 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Eos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Eos, 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, 1984 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Eos. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Buick Electra | 2010 Volkswagen Eos | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Electra | Eos |
Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4127 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4423 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1444 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 55 L |