1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry 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 195 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Camry. (160 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Camry weights approximately 150 kg more than 1985 Buick Wildcat.
Because 1985 Buick Wildcat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Camry. 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 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Camry. (221 Nm). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Wildcat | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Wildcat | Camry |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |
