1988 Buick Electra vs. 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Electra (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 65 kg more than 1988 Buick Electra.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Electra | 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Electra | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1640 kg |
