1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 2009 Citroen C5
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 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 221 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 122 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 Citroen C5. 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 361 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C5. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Wildcat | 2009 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Wildcat | C5 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 289 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |
