1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 1992 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1992 Ford Tempo is newer by 7 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 226 more horse power than 1992 Ford Tempo. (129 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Wildcat weights approximately 125 kg more than 1992 Ford Tempo. 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 1992 Ford Tempo. 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 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Tempo. (204 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Tempo. 1985 Buick Wildcat has automatic transmission and 1992 Ford Tempo has manual transmission. 1992 Ford Tempo 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 | 1992 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Wildcat | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2540 mm |
