1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 20 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Wildcat (355 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz G. (292 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 1055 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz G. (456 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Wildcat | 2005 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Wildcat | G |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 456 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |
