1985 Buick Electra vs. 2003 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Electra would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1985 Buick Electra. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Electra weights approximately 295 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 1985 Buick Electra (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Buick Electra | 2003 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Electra | Golf |
Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4148 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1735 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2512 mm |