1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 1994 GMC Typhoon
To start off, 1994 GMC Typhoon 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 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 GMC Typhoon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Wildcat (355 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1994 GMC Typhoon. (282 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 1994 GMC Typhoon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 GMC Typhoon weights approximately 415 kg more than 1985 Buick Wildcat.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 GMC Typhoon. (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 GMC Typhoon.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Buick Wildcat | 1994 GMC Typhoon | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Wildcat | Typhoon |
Year Released | 1985 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3785 cc | 4298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 551 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2560 mm |