1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 23 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Wildcat (355 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Wildcat weights approximately 59 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Buick Wildcat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. 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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Wildcat | 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Wildcat | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3030 mm |
