1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 25 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 245 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Wildcat weights approximately 15 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic. 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 2010 Honda Civic. 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 384 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Wildcat | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Wildcat | Civic |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2700 mm |
