1986 Buick Century vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Buick Century would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP) has 235 more horse power than 1986 Buick Century. (125 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Century.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick Century. (220 Nm). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Century | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Century | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2800 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 360 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4849 mm | 6580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1374 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2664 mm | 4250 mm |
