1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is newer by 4 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 266 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Wildcat weights approximately 270 kg more than 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. 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 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. 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 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. 1985 Buick Wildcat has automatic transmission and 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon has manual transmission. 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon 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.
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1985 Buick Wildcat | 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | Wildcat | Space Wagon |
Year Released | 1985 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3785 cc | 1755 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 551 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2640 mm |