1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 1977 Buick Estate
To start off, 1985 Buick Wildcat is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Wildcat (355 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1977 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Estate weights approximately 560 kg more than 1985 Buick Wildcat.
Because 1985 Buick Wildcat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Buick Estate. 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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Estate. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Wildcat | 1977 Buick Estate | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Wildcat | Estate |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2950 mm |
