1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 25 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Wildcat (355 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 998 kg more than 1985 Buick Wildcat.
Because 1985 Buick Wildcat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Buick Wildcat | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Wildcat | Silverado |
Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3785 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 551 Nm | 413 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3645 mm |