1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 2008 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Xterra 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 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Wildcat (355 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Xterra. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Wildcat weights approximately 30 kg more than 2008 Nissan Xterra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Xterra. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Xterra. 1985 Buick Wildcat has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Xterra has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Xterra 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 | 2008 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Wildcat | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
