2007 Acura RDX vs. 1985 Buick Wildcat

To start off, 2007 Acura RDX is newer by 22 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 115 more horse power than 2007 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura RDX.

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 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura RDX. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura RDX.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Acura RDX 1985 Buick Wildcat
Make Acura Buick
Model RDX Wildcat
Year Released 2007 1985
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 2300 cc 3785 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 240 HP 355 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 353 Nm 551 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 5000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Length 4600 mm 4390 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1660 mm 1120 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2600 mm


 

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