1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 1985 Renault Espace
To start off, both 1985 Buick Wildcat and 1985 Renault Espace were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 253 more horse power than 1985 Renault Espace. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Wildcat weights approximately 150 kg more than 1985 Renault Espace. 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 1985 Renault Espace. 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 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Espace. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Espace. 1985 Buick Wildcat has automatic transmission and 1985 Renault Espace has manual transmission. 1985 Renault Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Buick Wildcat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Buick Wildcat | 1985 Renault Espace | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Wildcat | Espace |
Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3785 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 551 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 289 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2670 mm |