1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 2001 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2001 Subaru Impreza is newer by 16 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 79 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Impreza. (276 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 114 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 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Impreza. (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Impreza. 1985 Buick Wildcat has automatic transmission and 2001 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2001 Subaru Impreza 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 | 2001 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Wildcat | Impreza |
Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3785 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 551 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 289 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2530 mm |