1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 1968 Ford 17
To start off, 1985 Buick Wildcat is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick Wildcat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Wildcat (355 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Wildcat weights approximately 200 kg more than 1968 Ford 17. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Buick Wildcat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford 17. 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, 1985 Buick Wildcat (551 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Wildcat | 1968 Ford 17 | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Wildcat | 17 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
