1979 Buick Electra vs. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1979 Buick Electra. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Electra weights approximately 276 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Electra. (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Electra | 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Electra | Silverado |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 274 Nm | 458 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 6340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 4010 mm |