1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 2012 Ford Escape
To start off, 2012 Ford Escape is newer by 27 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 178 more horse power than 2012 Ford Escape. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Escape weights approximately 337 kg more than 1985 Buick Wildcat.
Because 1985 Buick Wildcat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Escape. 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 367 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Escape. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Wildcat | 2012 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Wildcat | Escape |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1657 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2619 mm |
