1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 1999 Rover 75
To start off, 1999 Rover 75 is newer by 14 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 180 more horse power than 1999 Rover 75. (175 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 1999 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rover 75 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1985 Buick Wildcat.
Because 1985 Buick Wildcat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Rover 75. 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 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Rover 75. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Rover 75. 1985 Buick Wildcat has automatic transmission and 1999 Rover 75 has manual transmission. 1999 Rover 75 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 | 1999 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Buick | Rover |
| Model | Wildcat | 75 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2750 mm |
