1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 19 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 211 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (144 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Wildcat weights approximately 138 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. 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 2004 Ford Focus. 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) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (202 Nm). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Wildcat | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Wildcat | Focus |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2620 mm |
