1981 Buick Estate vs. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado

To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1981 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick Estate weights approximately 105 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Silverado.

Because 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 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, 1981 Buick Estate (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Silverado.

Compare all specifications:

1981 Buick Estate 2003 Chevrolet Silverado
Make Buick Chevrolet
Model Estate Silverado
Year Released 1981 2003
Body Type Station Wagon Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5735 cc 4293 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 153 HP 193 HP
Engine RPM 3400 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 380 Nm 354 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96.5 mm 102 mm
Engine Stroke Size 97.8 mm 88 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1880 kg 1775 kg
Vehicle Length 5510 mm 5170 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 2000 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1810 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 3030 mm


 

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