1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight 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 257 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Wildcat weights approximately 68 kg more than 2012 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Buick Wildcat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Insight. 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 384 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Buick Wildcat | 2012 Honda Insight | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Wildcat | Insight |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3785 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 551 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1252 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2550 mm |