1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1985 Buick Wildcat is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla 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 279 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Wildcat weights approximately 405 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla. 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 1974 Toyota Corolla. 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 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Buick Wildcat | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Wildcat | Corolla |
Year Released | 1985 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3785 cc | 1407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 551 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2380 mm |