1990 Buick Electra vs. 2007 Volkswagen Kombi
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Kombi is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Electra (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Kombi. (129 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Kombi weights approximately 769 kg more than 1990 Buick Electra.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Kombi is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Kombi 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, 2007 Volkswagen Kombi (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Electra. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Kombi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Electra. 1990 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Kombi has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Kombi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Electra | 2007 Volkswagen Kombi | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Electra | Kombi |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3010 mm |