1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 1974 Honda Civic
To start off, 1985 Buick Wildcat is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda Civic 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 302 more horse power than 1974 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Wildcat weights approximately 645 kg more than 1974 Honda Civic. 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 1974 Honda Civic. 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 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Wildcat | 1974 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Wildcat | Civic |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 1169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2210 mm |
