1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 2001 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Swift 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 303 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Wildcat weights approximately 580 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Buick Wildcat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Suzuki Swift. 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 475 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Swift. 1985 Buick Wildcat has automatic transmission and 2001 Suzuki Swift has manual transmission. 2001 Suzuki Swift 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 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | Wildcat | Swift |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2270 mm |
