1987 Buick Estate vs. 1995 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Caravelle. (108 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Estate weights approximately 245 kg more than 1995 Volkswagen Caravelle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Caravelle. (190 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Estate | 1995 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Estate | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1640 kg |
