1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer 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 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Wildcat (355 HP) has 145 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 597 kg more than 1985 Buick Wildcat.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Buick Wildcat (551 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 Nm). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Wildcat | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Buick | Mercury |
| Model | Wildcat | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 4013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1917 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2900 mm |
