1988 Buick Estate vs. 1977 Volkswagen Iltis
To start off, 1988 Buick Estate is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volkswagen Iltis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volkswagen Iltis would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Estate (182 HP) has 108 more horse power than 1977 Volkswagen Iltis. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1977 Volkswagen Iltis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Estate weights approximately 585 kg more than 1977 Volkswagen Iltis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Volkswagen Iltis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Volkswagen Iltis will offer significantly more control. 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 Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volkswagen Iltis. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volkswagen Iltis. 1988 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1977 Volkswagen Iltis has manual transmission. 1977 Volkswagen Iltis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Estate | 1977 Volkswagen Iltis | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Estate | Iltis |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 1712 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2110 mm |
