1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 5 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 127 more horse power than 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL. (228 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL. 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 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL. (267 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL. 1985 Buick Wildcat has automatic transmission and 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL has manual transmission. 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 | 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Wildcat | SL |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2520 mm |
