1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 1988 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1988 Ford Aerostar is newer by 3 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 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 212 more horse power than 1988 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 90 kg more than 1985 Buick Wildcat.
Because 1985 Buick Wildcat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Aerostar. 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 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Wildcat | 1988 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Wildcat | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3030 mm |
