1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 2010 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (405 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1985 Buick Wildcat. (355 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Wildcat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 905 kg more than 1985 Buick Wildcat. 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Porsche Cayenne. (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Porsche Cayenne. 1985 Buick Wildcat has automatic transmission and 2010 Porsche Cayenne has manual transmission. 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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 | 2010 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Wildcat | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1676 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2855 mm |
