1985 Buick Electra vs. 2010 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 25 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, 1985 Buick Electra (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 907 kg more than 1985 Buick Electra.
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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. 1985 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen Citi has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen Citi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Buick Electra | 2010 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Electra | Citi |
Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1423 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2410 mm |