1987 Buick Electra vs. 2009 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Electra (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Electra weights approximately 233 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 Buick Electra (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Electra | 2009 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Electra | Golf |
Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2580 mm |