1988 Buick Electra vs. 2009 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 21 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 89 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Citi.
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, 1988 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. 1988 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen Citi has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen Citi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Electra | 2009 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Electra | Citi |
Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1423 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2410 mm |