1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 1969 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1985 Buick Wildcat is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Crown 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 257 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Toyota Crown weights approximately 55 kg more than 1985 Buick Wildcat.
Because 1985 Buick Wildcat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Toyota Crown. 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 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Crown. (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Wildcat | 1969 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Wildcat | Crown |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 2599 cc |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2750 mm |
