1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 20 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 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Wildcat (355 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Ram. (330 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1642 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Wildcat | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Wildcat | Ram |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 5621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2962 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3580 mm |
