1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 2005 GMC Safari
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Wildcat (355 HP) has 165 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 428 kg more than 1985 Buick Wildcat.
Because 1985 Buick Wildcat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 GMC Safari. 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) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Wildcat | 2005 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Wildcat | Safari |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2830 mm |
