1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 1970 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1985 Buick Wildcat is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Maverick 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 274 more horse power than 1970 Ford Maverick. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Wildcat weights approximately 60 kg more than 1970 Ford Maverick. 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 1970 Ford Maverick. 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 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Wildcat | 1970 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Wildcat | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2800 mm |
