1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 2009 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse 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 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 67 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 229 kg more than 1985 Buick Wildcat.
Because 1985 Buick Wildcat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Wildcat | 2009 Chevrolet Traverse | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Wildcat | Traverse |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3030 mm |
