1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 1967 Mercury Park Lane
To start off, 1985 Buick Wildcat is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Park Lane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Park Lane would be higher. At 6,722 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Park Lane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Wildcat (355 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Park Lane. (325 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Park Lane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Park Lane weights approximately 40 kg more than 1985 Buick Wildcat.
Because 1985 Buick Wildcat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercury Park Lane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat 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, 1967 Mercury Park Lane (602 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Wildcat. (551 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Park Lane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick Wildcat.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Buick Wildcat | 1967 Mercury Park Lane | |
Make | Buick | Mercury |
Model | Wildcat | Park Lane |
Year Released | 1985 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3785 cc | 6722 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 551 Nm | 602 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3130 mm |