1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 2002 Renault Espace
To start off, 2002 Renault Espace is newer by 17 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 181 more horse power than 2002 Renault Espace. (174 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 525 kg more than 1985 Buick Wildcat.
Because 1985 Buick Wildcat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Espace. 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 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Espace. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Wildcat | 2002 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Wildcat | Espace |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 2944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 289 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2770 mm |
