1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 1991 Toyota Century
To start off, 1991 Toyota Century is newer by 6 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 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Wildcat (355 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Century weights approximately 480 kg more than 1985 Buick Wildcat.
Because 1985 Buick Wildcat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Toyota Century. 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 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Century. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Wildcat | 1991 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Wildcat | Century |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2870 mm |
