1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 2008 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus is newer by 23 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 92 more horse power than 2008 Ford Taurus. (263 HP @ 6251 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Wildcat weights approximately 210 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Buick Wildcat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Taurus. 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 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Taurus. (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Wildcat | 2008 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Wildcat | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6251 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4501 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2870 mm |
