1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 2005 Saturn Relay
To start off, 2005 Saturn Relay 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 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick Wildcat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Wildcat (355 HP) has 155 more horse power than 2005 Saturn Relay. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn Relay. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn Relay weights approximately 790 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 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn Relay. (299 Nm). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn Relay.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Wildcat | 2005 Saturn Relay | |
| Make | Buick | Saturn |
| Model | Wildcat | Relay |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3080 mm |
