1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 2000 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2000 Toyota Avalon is newer by 15 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 145 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Avalon. (210 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 361 kg more than 1985 Buick Wildcat.
Because 1985 Buick Wildcat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Toyota Avalon. 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 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Avalon. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Buick Wildcat | 2000 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Wildcat | Avalon |
Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3785 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 551 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1681 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |