1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon 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 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 154 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 238 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 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (270 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon. 1985 Buick Wildcat has automatic transmission and 2005 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2005 Seat Leon 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 | 2005 Seat Leon | |
Make | Buick | Seat |
Model | Wildcat | Leon |
Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3785 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 551 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 289 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2520 mm |