1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 2004 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 19 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Wildcat (355 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Suburban. (325 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1339 kg more than 1985 Buick Wildcat.
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) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Suburban. (495 Nm). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Wildcat | 2004 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Wildcat | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3310 mm |
