1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 1995 Honda NSX
To start off, 1995 Honda NSX is newer by 10 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 75 more horse power than 1995 Honda NSX. (280 HP @ 7300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda NSX weights approximately 60 kg more than 1985 Buick Wildcat.
Because 1985 Buick Wildcat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Honda NSX. 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 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda NSX. 1985 Buick Wildcat has automatic transmission and 1995 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1995 Honda NSX 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 | 1995 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Wildcat | NSX |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 289 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2540 mm |
