1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 2010 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tundra 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1985 Buick Wildcat. (355 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Wildcat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 12 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Tundra. (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Buick Wildcat | 2010 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Wildcat | Tundra |
Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3785 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 551 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3710 mm |