1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 1976 Triumph Toledo
To start off, 1985 Buick Wildcat is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Triumph Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Triumph Toledo 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 298 more horse power than 1976 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 1976 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Wildcat weights approximately 435 kg more than 1976 Triumph Toledo. 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 1976 Triumph Toledo. 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 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Triumph Toledo. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Triumph Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Buick Wildcat | 1976 Triumph Toledo | |
Make | Buick | Triumph |
Model | Wildcat | Toledo |
Year Released | 1985 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3785 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 551 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 289 km/hour | 134 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2460 mm |