1984 Buick Electra vs. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1984 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 543 kg more than 1984 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Buick Electra | 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Electra | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4127 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2233 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 5059 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2881 mm |
