1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 9 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 235 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Because 1985 Buick Wildcat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier. 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 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Wildcat | 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Wildcat | Cavalier |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 2190 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2650 mm |
