1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 1992 Nissan Presea

To start off, 1992 Nissan Presea 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 262 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Presea. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Presea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Wildcat weights approximately 330 kg more than 1992 Nissan Presea. 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 Nissan Presea. 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 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Presea. (125 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Presea. 1985 Buick Wildcat has automatic transmission and 1992 Nissan Presea has manual transmission. 1992 Nissan Presea 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 Nissan Presea
Make Buick Nissan
Model Wildcat Presea
Year Released 1985 1992
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3785 cc 1497 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 355 HP 93 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 551 Nm 125 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1320 kg 990 kg
Vehicle Length 4390 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1120 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2510 mm


 

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