1984 Buick Electra vs. 2013 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen CC is newer by 29 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, 2013 Volkswagen CC (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1984 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Electra weights approximately 167 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen CC.
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, 2013 Volkswagen CC, 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, 2013 Volkswagen CC (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Buick Electra | 2013 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Electra | CC |
Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4127 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1523 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2711 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |