1980 Buick Estate vs. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1980 Buick Estate. (140 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 790 kg more than 1980 Buick Estate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Estate. (318 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick Estate | 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Estate | Silverado |
Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4931 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 488 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 2660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 6510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 4250 mm |