1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 22 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 214 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 285 kg more than 1985 Buick Wildcat.
Because 1985 Buick Wildcat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. 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 337 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Wildcat | 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Wildcat | PT Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 289 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2620 mm |
