1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 1994 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1994 Ford Fairlane 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Wildcat (355 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1994 Ford Fairlane. (198 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 290 kg more than 1985 Buick Wildcat.
Because 1985 Buick Wildcat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Fairlane. 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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Fairlane. (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Wildcat | 1994 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Wildcat | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2930 mm |
