1986 Buick Estate vs. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1986 Buick Estate. (183 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 475 kg more than 1986 Buick Estate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1986 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Buick Estate | 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Estate | Silverado |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 4802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 2360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3380 mm |