1985 Buick Electra vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 20 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, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1985 Buick Electra. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 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 143 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Buick Electra (196 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm). This means 1985 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Electra | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Electra | Golf |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2520 mm |
