1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 2009 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2009 Cadillac SRX is newer by 24 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Wildcat (355 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac SRX. (321 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 806 kg more than 1985 Buick Wildcat.
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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac SRX. (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Buick Wildcat | 2009 Cadillac SRX | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Wildcat | SRX |
Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3785 cc | 4565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 551 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 289 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2126 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2960 mm |