1979 Buick Estate vs. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado (340 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1979 Buick Estate. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 525 kg more than 1979 Buick Estate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Estate. (275 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Estate | 2003 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Estate | Silverado |
Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3650 mm |