1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 2011 Hyundai i20

To start off, 2011 Hyundai i20 is newer by 26 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 256 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i20.

Because 1985 Buick Wildcat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai i20. 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 414 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i20.

Compare all specifications:

1985 Buick Wildcat 2011 Hyundai i20
Make Buick Hyundai
Model Wildcat i20
Year Released 1985 2011
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3785 cc 1396 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 355 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 551 Nm 137 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 289 km/hour 180 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Length 4390 mm 3940 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1120 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2525 mm


 

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