1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 2004 Mazda 3
To start off, 2004 Mazda 3 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 247 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 3 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1985 Buick Wildcat.
Because 1985 Buick Wildcat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mazda 3. 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 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 3. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 3. 1985 Buick Wildcat has automatic transmission and 2004 Mazda 3 has manual transmission. 2004 Mazda 3 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 | 2004 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Wildcat | 3 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 289 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2680 mm |
