1986 Buick Electra vs. 2011 Volkswagen GTD
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen GTD is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen GTD (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1986 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen GTD should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Electra weights approximately 71 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen GTD.
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, 2011 Volkswagen GTD (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick Electra. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen GTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick Electra. 1986 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2011 Volkswagen GTD has manual transmission. 2011 Volkswagen GTD will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Electra | 2011 Volkswagen GTD | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Electra | GTD |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2578 mm |
