1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 1970 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1985 Buick Wildcat is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Wildcat (355 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 198 kg more than 1985 Buick Wildcat.
Because 1985 Buick Wildcat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. 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 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Wildcat | 1970 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Wildcat | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |
