1990 Buick Electra vs. 2010 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 20 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 25 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Eos. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 17 kg more than 1990 Buick Electra.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Eos (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Electra. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Electra | 2010 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Electra | Eos |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1592 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4423 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1444 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2578 mm |
