1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 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 232 more horse power than 2011 Mazda BT-50. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Wildcat weights approximately 195 kg more than 2011 Mazda BT-50. 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 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda BT-50. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda BT-50. 1985 Buick Wildcat has automatic transmission and 2011 Mazda BT-50 has manual transmission. 2011 Mazda BT-50 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 | 2011 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Wildcat | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 2604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3010 mm |
