1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 1986 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1986 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Wildcat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Wildcat would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Wildcat (355 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1986 Cadillac Eldorado. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 1986 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 370 kg more than 1985 Buick Wildcat.
Because 1985 Buick Wildcat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Cadillac Eldorado. 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 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Cadillac Eldorado. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Wildcat | 1986 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Wildcat | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 4080 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2750 mm |
