1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 2004 Saturn Relay
To start off, 2004 Saturn Relay 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 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 158 more horse power than 2004 Saturn Relay. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 2004 Saturn Relay.
Because 1985 Buick Wildcat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Saturn Relay. 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 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saturn Relay. (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saturn Relay.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Wildcat | 2004 Saturn Relay | |
| Make | Buick | Saturn |
| Model | Wildcat | Relay |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3050 mm |
