1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 1978 Honda Accord
To start off, 1985 Buick Wildcat is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord 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 265 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Wildcat weights approximately 390 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord. 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 1978 Honda Accord. 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 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Buick Wildcat | 1978 Honda Accord | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Wildcat | Accord |
Year Released | 1985 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3785 cc | 1748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 551 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2390 mm |