1993 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1980 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 1993 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen 1302 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 1280 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen 1302. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1993 Buick Roadmaster (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen 1302. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen 1302. 1993 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1980 Volkswagen 1302 has manual transmission. 1980 Volkswagen 1302 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Buick Roadmaster | 1980 Volkswagen 1302 | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Roadmaster | 1302 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |