1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 2007 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2007 Mazda CX-7 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 111 more horse power than 2007 Mazda CX-7. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda CX-7.
Because 1985 Buick Wildcat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda CX-7. 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda CX-7. (351 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda CX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Wildcat | 2007 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Wildcat | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |
